essay

The Trobriand experience: the TK reaction

micronationalist movements in papua new guinea (1) • Published In 1982 • Pages: 291-300

By: May, R. J. (Ronald James).

Abstract
This brief article discusses the development of the Tonenei Kamokwita (TK) as an opposition group to the Kabisawali movement in the Trobriands. May compares and contrasts the developmental goals of both movements and describes the numerous areas of conflict between them. May also examines the manner in which the Kiriwina Local Government Council was dissolved under pressure by Kasaipwalova, the founder and one of the major leaders of the Kabisawali movement.
Subjects
Economic planning and development
Ingroup antagonisms
Political behavior
Political movements
culture
Trobriands
HRAF PubDate
1995
Region
Oceania
Sub Region
Melanesia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Social Scientist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
John Beierle
Field Date
no date
Coverage Date
1973-1975
Coverage Place
Kiriwina Island, Papua New Guinea
Notes
[by] R. J. May
LCSH
Trobriand Islanders