Ideological and academic polarization

World-wide tensions between ‘functionalists’ and ‘conflict-orientated’ sociologists are reflected in the academic writings of sociologists In Southern Africa, in recent professional debate, and especially in the two major sociological organizations in Southern Africa: the Association for Sociology in Southern Africa (ASSA) and the South African Sociological Association (SASA). These contrasting sociological approaches are related to the conflicting political and ideological environments in South Africa and the corresponding philosophies of Afrikaans and English educational institutions. SASA draws its members largely from the Afrikaans universities and tends to support the White conservative establishment, while ASSA draws its members largely from the liberal, cosmopolitan English institutions. While political and Ideological cleavages in a heterogeneous society such as South Africa can probably never be overcome, a plea is made for developing the common ground in the sociological profession. Substantial adjustments are required in both organizations. SASA has removed the racist clause in its constitution but still has to shed its racist image by recruiting conflict-orientated sociologists and by taking a public stand to protect the integrity of the whole profession. ASSA members have to admit evidence of genuine renewal in SASA and must contribute towards the development of a representative national organization in its member state, South Africa. S. Afr. J. Sociol. 1983 14(3): 100–106

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