Social Psychology Key Question

1. How does social impact theory explain protests?

It shows that all races are coming together to protest, as our race isn't the only group we identify with.
It shows that the more protesters and protests there are, the more likely the justice system is to listen.
It shows that in the past prejudice could be created over competition over resources between races, causing black people to become a scapegoat. So, people now want equality and to stop innocent people from being a scapegoat.
People are protesting against racial bias within the police force, as police officers may act unjustly towards black people because they are following orders from superiors and don't want to get in trouble.

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Black men are 4 times more likely to have their DNA stored on police databases after an un-convicted crime.
Black men are 3 times more likely to have their DNA stored on police databases after an un-convicted crime.
Black women are 4 times more likely to have their DNA stored on police databases after an un-convicted crime.
Black women are 3 times more likely to have their DNA stored on police databases after an un-convicted crime.

They may lead to social control as some people may use them as an excuse to cause violence for their own benefit. This means they can be unethical if they cause injury or vandalism.
RCT suggests that superordinate goals reduce prejudice. So, protests can reduce prejudice as it brings racial groups together with the aim of reducing racism.