Recherche

Intergroup Relations and Social Representations

The Research Center on Intergroup Relations and Social Representations (RIRS) is led by Prof. Fabio Lorenzi-Cioldi.

Research Fields

It develops the theory on social identity in relation to the notion of social status, and particularly linked to the phenomena of discrimination and intergroup prejudice.

It carry on studies on phenomenons linked to social hierarchy (dominant and dominated groups, dynamics on social identity).

Theses researches focus on :

  • Forms of affirmative action and conditions of reception of positive mesures by the public opinion and concerned workers;
  • Sexism in the professional field, especially within the jobs offers;
  • Psychological consequences of social stigmatisation;
  • Legitimacy of social policies;
  • Human rights and citizenship.