Breaking Down Barriers to Hope in a Diverse World Richard Fabes, Director and Professor Hope2 Talk May 2017

The Segregated Relationship Cycle Relationships Negative Other-Group Attitudes and Behaviors Increased Stereotyping and Stereotyped Behavior Reduced Relationship Efficacy Narrow Range of Skills, Preferences, Perceptions of Fairness

The Inclusive Relationship Cycle Relationships Positive Other-Group Attitudes and Behaviors Decreased Stereotyping and Bias Increased Relationship Efficacy Enhanced Range of Skills, Preferences, Perceptions of Fairness

5 Keys to Promoting Inclusive Relationships Set effective inclusive social norms that set high expectations for positive behavior/attitudes Give children/youth a voice in the norm setting process Intentionally expos them to diverse peer interactions Create common goals that promote a sense of belongingness and cooperation Provide/engage in professional development and trainings that help adults understand and effectively manage the diverse peer relationships of their children/youth

Breaking Down Barriers to Hope in a Diverse World Richard Fabes, Director and Professor Hope2 Talk May 2017