Racial group orientation and self‐concept: Examining the relationship using meta‐analysis

Abstract

This empirical summary of 38 studies considers the relationship between racial group orientation and self‐concept of an individual. This issue represents a fundamental assumption of Afrocentric education practices, that the racial group orientation of the individual is related to the self‐esteem of the individual. The results demonstrate a small positive relationship (r = .138) beteen the degree to which a person has a positive orientation toward his or her own racial group and the person's positive view of self‐concept The implications that such findings have for views of communication, personal relationships, and afrocentrism are discussed.

Key words:

• racial group orientation
• self‐concept
• meta‐analysis
• self‐esteem
• Afrocentrism