Analysing the Use of Meme as a Messaging Strategy for Resilience and Crisis Communication

This review analyses the use of meme as a messaging strategy for resilience and crisis communication. Memes utilise the viral nature to convey messages rapidly and efficiently when employed as a communications tactic. This makes memes essential tool in marketing strategy for resilience and crisis communication. This review is underpinned in the Situational Crisis Communication Theory (SCCT), which was developed by W. Timothy Coombs. Memes have evolved into powerful communication tools capable of conveying complex emotions, ideas, and social commentaries with remarkable speed and reach. They can quickly spread messages, counteract misinformation, and foster a sense of community among those affected. Memes have demonstrated their value in resilience communication by offering a platform for expressing shared experiences and fostering emotional connections. They empower individuals and communities to cope with adversity, using humour and relatability to make complex concepts more accessible. Memes contribute to the promotion of resilience by reinforcing social bonds and enabling people to find solidarity in difficult situations. Their capacity to resonate culturally and emotionally ensures that they remain relevant and impactful in digital communication. As the digital landscape continues to evolve, the role of memes in engaging audiences, building community, and promoting resilience will likely become even more pronounced, solidifying their place as central tools in both crisis and resilience communication strategies. It was concluded that memes are essential marketing strategy tool for resilience and crisis communication.