About the Book
"Improving Intergroup Relations" focuses on emerging research directions for intergroup relations, a field which has been influenced and inspired by the life contributions of Thomas F. Pettigrew. The book explores the many ways in which the work of Dr. Pettigrew has fostered new developments in the field, with each chapter presenting both Dr. Pettigrew's landmark work as well as the most recent and relevant advances. The chapters conclude with the thoughts of leading scholars on practical strategies and future directions for combating intergroup conflict. The final chapter explores the implications of intergroup research for the promotion of social change.
"Improving Intergroup Relations" focuses on emerging research directions for improving intergroup relations, a field which has been largely influenced and inspired by the life contributions of Thomas F. Pettigrew. The book
Contains 18 original articles written in an accessible style by experts in psychology and related disciplines
Suggests practical strategies for improving intergroup relations
Looks at intergroup relations from the early influence of Dr. Pettigrew and how his seminal work has fostered many new developments in the field
Explores the implications of intergroup research for the promotion of social change