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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

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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.

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  • 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.