An Investigation into Strategies to Enhance Positive Inter Group Relationships and Assessed The Effectiveness of Existing School Programs in Public Secondary Schools in The Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nigeria

Kavwam Stanley Augustine Ph.D

Авторы

Kavwam Stanley Augustine Ph.D (Conflict Management and Intergroup Relations) Department of Social Work Faculty of Social Sciences Federal University of Lafia Nasarawa State Nigeria

Ключевые слова:

Inter group relationships, Effectiveness of existing school programs, Public secondary schools

Аннотация

Inter‑group relationships among students in public secondary schools are fundamental to creating conducive learning environments and promoting social cohesion. This study investigated strategies to enhance positive inter‑group relationships and assessed the effectiveness of existing school programs in public secondary schools in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, Nigeria, using a descriptive research design and a sample of 180 students. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive statistics. Findings revealed that students positively perceived strategies such as inter‑group sports, cultural events, cooperative projects, and peer mentoring as effective in fostering inter‑group harmony.School clubs, anti‑bullying programs, guidance and counseling services, and clear school policies were viewed as supportive of positive interactions across diverse student groups. The study concludes that a combination of structured strategies and supportive school programs enhances inter‑group relationships among students. It recommends expanding collaborative learning, strengthening peer support, enhancing inclusive activities, and investing in counseling services.

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