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<p>The Cono tribe in Adana, Turkey, is frequently associated with criminal activities such as drug use, theft, gang violence, and robbery. The Cono tribe, a Romani community indigenous to Adana, is known for its strong kinship ties and culturally distinct identity but is often stigmatized in public discourse. Despite their significant presence, they remain marginalized and largely ignored by society and authorities. This study investigates the media representations of the Cono tribe, revealing how these portrayals reinforce stereotypes and perpetuate societal inequities. Drawing on Van Dijk’s discourse analysis framework, the research examines local (N = 5 newspapers, 57 articles), national (N = 5 newspapers, 126 articles), and international (N = 2 newspapers, 2 articles) media sources, supplemented by scenario-based interviews with Cono tribe members (N = 16). Findings indicate that 90% of local and national media articles frame the tribe through criminalizing narratives, while international media sensationalizes their cultural practices, labelling them as primitive or bizarre. These portrayals significantly impact the tribe's social identity, cultural expression, and political participation. This study critiques the media's role in marginalizing indigenous communities and contributes to decolonizing communication by advocating for more equitable and inclusive media practices. By integrating discourse and thematic analysis, this research offers a nuanced understanding of the interplay between media narratives and the lived experiences of marginalized groups.</p>

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Echoes of exclusion: a discourse analysis of media representations and the marginalization of the Cono tribe in Adana

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    2025年6月4日

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  • Ömer Gökhan Ulum

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The Cono tribe in Adana, Turkey, is frequently associated with criminal activities such as drug use, theft, gang violence, and robbery. The Cono tribe, a Romani community indigenous to Adana, is known for its strong kinship ties and culturally distinct identity but is often stigmatized in public discourse. Despite their significant presence, they remain marginalized and largely ignored by society and authorities. This study investigates the media representations of the Cono tribe, revealing how these portrayals reinforce stereotypes and perpetuate societal inequities. Drawing on Van Dijk’s discourse analysis framework, the research examines local (N = 5 newspapers, 57 articles), national (N = 5 newspapers, 126 articles), and international (N = 2 newspapers, 2 articles) media sources, supplemented by scenario-based interviews with Cono tribe members (N = 16). Findings indicate that 90% of local and national media articles frame the tribe through criminalizing narratives, while international media sensationalizes their cultural practices, labelling them as primitive or bizarre. These portrayals significantly impact the tribe's social identity, cultural expression, and political participation. This study critiques the media's role in marginalizing indigenous communities and contributes to decolonizing communication by advocating for more equitable and inclusive media practices. By integrating discourse and thematic analysis, this research offers a nuanced understanding of the interplay between media narratives and the lived experiences of marginalized groups.