Ethnography of kinship

Ethnography of kinship is a research method used by anthropologists to study how different societies understand, organize, and experience family relationships and social roles. It involves detailed, immersive observation and analysis of kinship systems—like marriage, inheritance, and kin ties—within a specific culture. This approach helps reveal the diverse ways humans define kinship beyond biological links, including social and cultural factors. By understanding these systems, ethnographers uncover how family connections influence individual identities, social obligations, and community life across different societies.