Garnier, Emma (2025) Feeling Heard in All-Male/Female vs. Mixed-Gender Groups in Citizen Assemblies. Bachelor thesis, Psychology.
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Abstract
This study explores how gender composition in citizen assemblies influences participants’ perceptions of feeling heard. Based on social identity theory and self-construal research, it was hypothesised that (1) participants would feel more heard in gender-homogeneous than heterogeneous groups, and (2) that gender would moderate this effect, thus women would feel more heard in female-only groups, while men’s perceptions would remain unaffected by group composition. In a within-subjects experimental design (N = 37), participants engaged in both homogeneous and mixed-gender discussions and completed a Feeling Heard Scale after each. Results revealed no significant effects, although descriptive trends showed women reporting slightly higher feelings of being heard overall and in homogeneous groups. These findings suggest that while gendered group composition may not significantly impact participants’ feelings heard, relational dynamics and communication styles may still influence participants’ experiences. These findings underline the need for citizen assemblies to foster not only demographic diversity but also environments where respectful and inclusive interaction is actively encouraged.
| Item Type: | Thesis (Bachelor) |
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| Supervisor name: | Eichholtzer, A.C. |
| Degree programme: | Psychology |
| Differentiation route: | None [Bachelor Psychology] |
| Date Deposited: | 23 Jul 2025 07:29 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Jul 2025 07:29 |
| URI: | http://gmwpublic.studenttheses.ub.rug.nl/id/eprint/5652 |
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