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Trust, But Verify: How (In)consistent Allyship Shapes Disadvantaged Group Members' Perceptions
Patricia Ciordas1, Charlotte E Moser2, Shaun Wiley3
1ELTE Eötvös Loránd University, Budapest, Hungary.
Consistent allyship is key for social change advocacy. Sustained participation by advantaged groups in social justice movements builds trust and signals genuine motivation, enhancing perceptions of ally sincerity.
Area of Science:
- Social Psychology
- Sociology
- Intergroup Relations
Background:
- Advantaged group members can advocate for social change.
- Allyship consistency influences perceptions of sincerity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine how consistent allyship affects perceptions of advantaged group members' motivations.
- To test the impact of sustained participation on ally sincerity.
Main Methods:
- Four studies were conducted in the United States.
- Participants included Black Americans and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
- Kelley's covariation model and attribution-identity model were utilized.
Main Results:
- Consistent participation in racial equality protests was perceived as more internally motivated.
- Inconsistent participation by straight allies decreased trustworthiness and perceived motivation.
- Sustained allyship led to more positive perceptions of allies.
Conclusions:
- Consistent allyship is crucial for establishing credibility and sincerity.
- Advantaged group members must demonstrate sustained commitment to be perceived as effective allies.
- This research underscores the importance of long-term engagement in social justice advocacy.
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