Perceptions of Russians in the Tajikistani student community: Ambivalence of ethnic stereotypes in the context of the migration agenda
- DOI
- 10.5922/vestnikpsy-2026-3-11
- Pages
- 121-127
Abstract
This article presents the results of a study of ethnic stereotypes about Russians among Tajik students. The study was conducted using J. Brigham’s percentage estimation method. The results of the empirical study made it possible to identify the ambivalent nature of the core of the ethnic stereotype: according to the respondents’ assessments, Russians combine aggressiveness with discipline and a pronounced sense of self-respect. At the same time, the assessments vary depending on the respondents’ place of residence. Students from rural areas reported a higher level of aggressiveness than their urban counterparts. An inverse relationship was also identified between the attribution of aggressiveness and the presence of family members with experience of labor migration to Russia. Comparison with previous studies revealed a decline in the indicator of “Russian hospitality.” The findings of the study may be used in the development of pre-departure training programs for labor migrants from Tajikistan and of joint media projects aimed at promoting the positive aspects of interethnic interaction.