نوع مقاله : مقاله پژوهشی
نویسنده
گروه علوم ورزشی، دانشکده علوم انسانی، دانشگاه تربیت مدرس، تهران، ایران
چکیده
کلیدواژهها
عنوان مقاله [English]
نویسنده [English]
This qualitative exploratory study employs thematic analysis to examine the Iranian sports diaspora as a hidden asset for the sustainable development of the country’s sports sector. Data were collected and analyzed through 17 semi-structured interviews with Iranian migrant athletes, coaches, referees, and sports administrators, complemented by official documents and supplementary reports. The analytical process followed Braun and Clarke’s (2006) six-step thematic analysis framework. Findings indicate that the sports diaspora plays a significant role in enhancing sports and social justice by transferring knowledge, innovative technologies, and international experiences. However, barriers such as legal restrictions and negative attitudes limit the full utilization of this potential. The theoretical contribution of this research lies in applying the “transnational social capital” framework, which conceptualizes the transnational relationships of the sports diaspora as a key mechanism for the sustainable transfer of knowledge and sporting expertise. Beyond enriching the academic literature, this study offers a conceptual and practical framework to guide policymaking and foster constructive interactions between the sports diaspora and Iran’s sports system.
کلیدواژهها [English]
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