Cultural dynamics of the Azerbaijani population in Tatarstan: transformation of traditions, family practices, and identity in conditions of interethnic integration

this article is dedicated to the cultural dynamics of the Azerbaijani population in Tatarstan and analyzes the transformation of traditions, family practices, and identity in conditions of interethnic integration. The introduction outlines the relevance of the study, justifying the necessity to examine cultural changes in the modern multinational region where the Azerbaijani community faces challenges from globalization and local transformations. The aim of the work is to identify the features of adapting traditional norms and rituals to the new socio-cultural environment of Tatarstan. The methods section presents a comprehensive methodology, including a qualitative analysis of ethnographic data, the conduction of in-depth interviews with representatives of the Azerbaijani diaspora, and the analysis of socio-cultural artifacts. The use of mixed methods made it possible to collect representative data and perform a comparative analysis of traditional practices within the framework of interethnic interaction. Particular attention was given to studying family models, methods of transmitting cultural heritage, and the processes of identity formation. The results section demonstrates that the Azerbaijani population in Tatarstan preserves a number of traditional values; however, significant changes are observed in rituals, norms of family life, and public communications. The results indicate active strategies of adaptation and integration, which are manifested in the development of new forms of cultural self-expression and social flexibility. Processes of mutual cultural influence were identified, in which traditional elements are transformed under the impact of local Tatar traditions. In the discussion, the authors analyze the causes and consequences of the observed changes, emphasizing that interethnic integration contributes both to the strengthening of cultural identity and to the emergence of adaptive changes. The study shows that cultural dynamics is a complex process, involving both the preservation of traditions and their adaptation in response to new socio-cultural realities. The study's conclusions are aimed at developing the theoretical foundations of intercultural adaptation and can be applied in the design of programs to support multinational communities. Thus, the presented work makes a significant contribution to understanding the mechanisms of cultural transformations, offering new methods for analyzing adaptive processes in conditions of interethnic dialogue and integration.

cultural dynamics, Azerbaijani population, Tatarstan, traditions, interethnic integration