Social Network of Bugis Weavers at Wajo Regency, South Sulawesi
Abstract: The penetration of
market economic system and the development of weaving technology within Wajo
society has polarized Wajo weavers into three groups, Gedongan weaver, ATBM
weaver and weaving entrepreneur. It indicates a different economic action
conducted by those three groups in responding the economic market and
technology development. This research aims to describe the moral basic in
developing and utilizing network in weaving activities practiced by the three
groups. The research uses qualitative approach with constructive paradigm. Data
collection techniques used are in-depth interview method, participative
observation and documentation. Data is analyzed using data reduction,
presentation and conclusion. Research result indicates that production and distribution
network of weavers involve social solidarity and economic interest and those
networks take place in the form of horizontal and vertical
relationship.Gedongan weavers use social solodarity network more than economic
interest network. ATBM weavers tend to be in between solidarity and economic
interest. Whereas, weaving entrepreneur use economic interest network more than
solidarity network.
Penulis: Syukur - Muhammad
Kode Jurnal: jpsosiologidd160323
