Current Projects
The Intergroup Bias Lab is committed to investigating the underlying causes of stereotyping and prejudice across various identity dimensions, including race, class, gender, and sexual orientation. Our primary objective is to identify predictors of bias and inform prejudice-reduction strategies. Our work draws on attribution theory, social identity theory, and the common ingroup identity model. We use intersectionality theory as a methodological and theoretical framework, which enables us to identify distinct patterns of stereotyping and prejudice toward individuals with multiple marginalized identities. While the lab investigates various topics and dimensions of identity, we describe a few ongoing projects below.
Sexual & Gender Minorities
One of our ongoing initiatives involves a multi-study investigation into the dynamics of relationships between different SGM groups (e.g., bisexual individuals attitudes toward asexual individuals). A key goal in this line of work is to identify effective strategies for promoting positive intragroup relations within the SGM community.
Socioeconomic Status
Previously, the lab's work on social class has centered on the function of work ethic perceptions and class-based attributions in forecasting class attitudes. Presently, we are examining the impact of labels (such as "low-socioeconomic status" versus "welfare recipient") on subsequent class attitudes.
Race
In one project, we are investigating dating attitudes toward individuals of Black and white racial backgrounds who have a history of incarceration. Additionally, we are investigating the role of age and race bias in the child adoption process. In a multi-study project, we are exploring the unique stereotypes that arise when considering multiple race, class, and gender identities simultaneously, such as those of Black queer women.