Out Group Formation
What are the types of positions that people disagree with to form out groups?
Social, political, or ethical
Some individuals cannot identify with the beliefs, norms, or values of the dominant group members
What is one reason an out group is formed?
People disagree with social, political, or ethical position
Social identity theory: some individuals cannot identify with the beliefs, norms, or values of the dominant group members
Exclusion from a larger group
Lack of communication or social skills to relate to a large group
What is something people lack that causes them to not connect with a larger group?
Communication/Social skills
What is an out-group?
Individuals in a group that do not identify themselves as part of a larger group
What is an impact of out-group formation?
Run counter to community building
Negative impact on group synergy
Don’t receive the respect they deserve from others
What theory is associated with out-group formation?
Social Identity Theory
What are the steps involved in showing empathy?
Restatement, paraphrasing, reflection, support
What is a strategy to stop/lessen the formation of out-groups?
Listen
Show empathy
Recognize unique contributions of out-group members
Help out-group members feel included
Create a special relationship with out-group members
Give them a voice & empower them