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Diversity and leadership
Jean Lau Chin1, Janis Sanchez-Hucles
1Adelphi University, Derner Institute for Advanced Psychological Studies, Garden City, NY 11530, USA. chin@adelphi.edu
The American Psychologist
|September 19, 2007
Summary
This commentary critiques a leadership special issue for omitting diversity. It proposes a new issue to advance inclusive leadership theories, incorporating gender, race, sexual orientation, and disability.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Leadership Studies
- Sociology
Background:
- A review of a special issue on leadership in the American Psychologist revealed a lack of focus on diversity and intersecting identities.
- Existing leadership theories may not adequately account for the complexities introduced by diverse leader and follower characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To propose a follow-up special issue dedicated to diversity and leadership.
- To advance new leadership models and expand existing theories.
- To integrate considerations of gender, racial/ethnic minority status, sexual orientation, and disability into leadership research and theory.
Main Methods:
- Critical commentary on existing leadership literature.
- Proposal for a new research agenda focused on inclusive leadership.
- Identification of key demographic factors for inclusion in future leadership studies.
Main Results:
- Identified a significant gap in leadership scholarship regarding diversity.
- Highlighted the need for more inclusive theoretical frameworks.
- Advocated for research that examines leadership through the lens of multiple identities.
Conclusions:
- Current leadership theories require revision to incorporate diversity.
- Future research must address the intersection of various identities and their impact on leadership.
- Developing inclusive leadership models is crucial for a comprehensive understanding of the field.
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