Abstract
We tested in three studies whether the generalization of contact effects from primary to secondary outgroups – secondary transfer effect (STE) – occurs for collective action. Results supported a serial mediation model: advantaged group members’ (Italians: Study 1, N =146, 121 females, Mage=28.31 years; Study 3, N=406, 239 females, Mage=36.35; British people, Study 2, N=160, 113 females, Mage=32.31) contact with immigrants was associated with lower perceived moral distance toward primary outgroups, which in turn was associated with more positive attitudes and greater collective action intentions toward primary outgroups, and lower perceived moral distance toward secondary outgroups. Lower perceived moral distance toward secondary outgroups and stronger collective action intentions (results were inconsistent for attitudes) toward the primary outgroup were associated with higher collective action intentions toward secondary outgroups. We discuss findings with a focus on how considering perceived moral distance extends current theorizing and the relevance of generalized prejudice for the STE.
Original language | English |
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Journal | European Journal of Social Psychology |
Early online date | 30 Oct 2022 |
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Publication status | E-pub ahead of print - 30 Oct 2022 |
Research Groups and Themes
- SoE Centre for Psychological Approaches for Studying Education