Performativity

Theory -Performativity

Definition- the idea that people perform their identies everyday. These performances accumulate and influence and individuals are influenced by other people. --therefore identity is fluid (Judith Butler, 1984).

Apply- The can relate in community development for the context of the developer to be aware of their identity and how they 'perform' while interacting in the community, as they are influencing others and vice versa.

Adapt: This can be applying in psychology as well, this could be something for the counselor to be aware of.