KENTSEL MEKÂNDA AİDİYET UNSURU OLARAK KOLEKTİF KİMLİK: HALTANLAR AŞİRET DERNEĞİ ÖRNEĞİ.

Each individual has different identities, some of which are collective in structure. These collective identities provide the individual with both the sense that s/he is covered with solidarity and instills the feeling of security brought by belonging to a community. One of such collective identities in traditional communities is the identity of tribe. It is obvious that tribe, which is woven with extremely tight bonds, based on blood relations and requires attachment is effective on the individual. The purpose of our research we have conducted in Şanlıurfa is to determine the effects of tribal associations on the identities of individuals. For this purpose, Melucci 's description of collective identity was made use of. According to Melucci, collective identity has three different dimensions named relational, conflict and continuity, all of which are related to one another. It was attempted to determine the effects of tribal associations on its members within an urban environment. The Haltans Tribal Association in Şanlıurfa was selected as the sample. It was found out that the tribal association assumed a significant role as regards the continuity of communication between the members of the association as a result of the field study conducted using the depth interview technique. Another function of the association is its role in the protection of interests of the members of the tribe thanks to the safety net it provides. Presence of political patronage relationships transforms tribal associations into platforms of protection of interests. While some individuals considered the association as a part of their identities with feelings of belonging, some other members of the tribe considered association membership as a must for the continuity of their interests. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]