농촌 원주민과 귀농·귀촌인 간 갈등요인과 인식차이 분석: 충남 서천군 농촌주민 및 귀농·귀촌인 특성을 사례로

Abstract

Recently, the conflict between the locals and the migrants (returnees and newcomers) to the countryside has arisen as a new problem with the rapidly increasing number of the migrants settling in the rural areas. This research focuses on the conflict between these two groups, examining the causes of the conflict as well as their different perceptions for a solution to the dispute. As for the research method, preliminary research was conducted and in-depth interviews were carried out to draw out the measuring variables, and surveys were done on both locals and migrants. It was discovered through the research that the causes of conflict created by the locals were their “cultural differences with the newcomers,” “adherence to the traditional values and conservatism,” “exclusiveness” and “overwhelming community spirit.” On the other hand, the causes from the migrants were their “self-centeredness,” “disdainful attitudes towards the rural community’s tradition,” and “lack of understanding of local culture.” For the causes of conflict created by the locals, both groups showed perceptual differences on four of the causes that were statistically meaningful. Through this, it was considered and concluded that a measure was required to help the migrants expand their understanding of the local society and culture and successfully blend into the community. This research is meaningful in that it explored the causes of the conflict to solve the problem by looking particularly at the dynamic relationship between the two groups which most previous research has missed out.