KOMUNIKASI DALAM MASYARAKAT MULTIKULTUR

Abstract This study describes how the communication takes place in a multicultural society in Tambora Timur Mojosongo Surakarta. Using the interpretive paradigm, the results of this qualitative descriptive method suggests that communication in multicultural society can thrive in situations that mindfulness, as citizens have an adequate intercultural communication competence, the ability to integrate aspects of motivation, knowledge and skills that enable them to communicate appropriately, effective, and satisfying. Ethnic and religious differences did not become an obstacle in their social interactions. Conditions residential neighborhood that is open, as well as socio-economic status equal support ensure an intimate intercultural communication. Keywords: Multicultural; Intercultural Communication; Mindfulness