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Governance dynamics in online communities: Autonomy, control, and sense of virtual community

New Media & Society

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Abstract

New Media & Society, Volume 28, Issue 8, Page 3561-3586, August 2026.
What drives a genuine sense of community in online spaces? This study examines the role of governance, autonomy, and control in fostering a sense of community online. Findings show that participatory governance and peer-enforced social norms are crucial ...