Managerial influences on the inclusion of transgender and gender-diverse employees: A critical multi-method study

Robin C Ladwig

Australian Journal of Management, 2023, vol. 48, issue 4, 693-710

Abstract: This article examined the work experiences of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals concerning the organisational environment and managerial influence on their workplace inclusion. The qualitative multi-method study design included semi-structured online interviews with TGD workers ( n  = 22); followed by an open-ended, photo-elicit questionnaire with organisational leaders and management personnel, including human resource management and career development practitioners ( n  = 42), to evaluate their awareness and approach regarding the inclusion of TGD individuals. A critical grounded theory approach was applied to identify numerous enablers and barriers for TGD employees. Further analysis identified three impact areas of managers: building an inclusive organisational infrastructure, fostering a safe psychological environment and supporting diverse impression-fit management. The three managerial areas provide practical recommendations concerning language use, leadership style, work practices and arrangements that should be considered for increasing TGD workplace inclusion. JEL Classification: M12, M14

Keywords: diversity management; gender diversity; inclusion practice; organisational inclusion; transgender and gender-diverse employees (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1177/03128962231179371

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