Fair procedures signal that individuals are valued by the group

Evidence

The relational approach originates from the work by Blau (1964), who placed exchanges on a continuum from economic to social. Economic exchanges are characterized by a short-term time horizon, the exchange of tangible and direct benefits, and a quid pro quo orientation. Social/relational exchanges, on the other hand, are characterized by a long-term time horizon, the exchange of social-emotional benefits, a close relationship between exchange parties, and a diminished expectation for specific and immediate reciprocation (Rousseau, 1995). The common theme across various relational models for procedural justice is that people value procedural justice for reasons beyond their instrumental concerns for economic well-being. For example, the relational model of authority (Tyler & Lind, 1992) has argued that fair procedures communicate respect and dignity from the decision maker such as an authority or a supervisor to those affected by his/her decision. — Roderick M. Kramer, Geoffrey J. Leonardelli, Robert W. Livingston, Social Cognition, Social Identity, and…, 2320 (#corroborates, via linked claim)

The first relational model proposed in the procedural justice literature is the group value model (Lind & Tyler, 1988). It posits that people are concerned about the fairness of the procedures used by the group not only because fair procedures increase the long-term stability of the resources they wish to obtain from the group, but more importantly, because the fairness of the procedures also sends a symbolic message that they are valued by the group and worthy of receiving respectful treatment. Such information, therefore, informs people of their own status within the group and enhances people’s sense of esteem and identity (e.g., Koper et al., 1993; Tyler & Smith, 1999). — Roderick M. Kramer, Geoffrey J. Leonardelli, Robert W. Livingston, Social Cognition, Social Identity, and…, 2329 (#expands, via linked claim)

Categorization

• XREF: connects to: Broad inclusion in decisions improves outcomes and fairness — Rebecca A. Martusewicz, Jeff Edmundson, and John Lupinacci, EcoJustice Education: Toward Diverse,…, 330; Due process derives its meaning from evolving standards of fair treatment, not fixed rules — G. Alan Tarr, Judicial Process and Judicial…, 1288; Fair procedures convey respect and belonging rather than only instrumental benefits — Roderick M. Kramer, Geoffrey J. Leonardelli, Robert W. Livingston, Social Cognition, Social Identity, and…, 2320 (+3 more)

Broader Connections

• Fair procedures convey respect and belonging rather than only instrumental benefits #corroborates (0.95) — Roderick M. Kramer, Geoffrey J. Leonardelli, Robert W. Livingston, Social Cognition, Social Identity, and…, 2320
• Fair procedures signal group membership value and shape self-esteem, not just resource stability #expands (0.95) — Roderick M. Kramer, Geoffrey J. Leonardelli, Robert W. Livingston, Social Cognition, Social Identity, and…, 2329