BUILDING A COMMUNITY WITH MEMES: A USER CENTERED DESIGN APPROACH TO COMMUNITY BUILDING (PAPER)
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Abstract This research explores the role of memes in building and sustaining online communities, focusing on how memes serve as tools for communication, bonding, and cultural expression. By integrating user-centered design methodologies such as surveys, interviews, empathy maps, and user…