ways to reduce prejudice Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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extended contact
A
sustained or ongoing contact, either directly or indirectly, over a period of time.
to reduce prejudice - increasing direct contact against groups who are prejudiced against eachother.
2
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mutual interdependence
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two groups sharing contact in which they are dependent on eachother
3
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superordinate goals
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a goal that cannot be achieved by one group alone and overrides other existing goals which each group migth have
4
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equality of status
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the groups must have equal status in the contact situation
5
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status
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an individuals social standing or position in a group perceived by other members in the group
6
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power
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the ability to influence or control the thoughts, behaviours or feelings of another in the group.
