Intergenerational Dialogue to Reduce Prejudice

@article{Ma2008IntergenerationalDT,
  title={Intergenerational Dialogue to Reduce Prejudice},
  author={Susan Kay Fletcher Ma},
  journal={Journal of Intergenerational Relationships},
  year={2008},
  volume={5},
  pages={6-19}
}
Abstract Residential segregation has severely limited racial integration in public schools andracial hostility and prejudice continue to exist within society. Studies demonstrate that youth may be unprepared as future leaders in dealing with the social justice issues ofa diverse and global economy. Interventions to promote positive civic participation and mutual understanding between groups are essential ingredients for community building and social renewal. Theory suggests an intergenerational… 
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