Perceptions of Diversity Management Practices among First- versus Second-generation Migrants

Sophie Hennekam, Sabine Bacouel-Jentjens and Inju Yang
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Sophie Hennekam: Audencia Business School in Nantes, France
Sabine Bacouel-Jentjens: ISC Paris Business School, France
Inju Yang: RMIT University, Australia

Work, Employment & Society, 2020, vol. 34, issue 5, 844-863

Abstract: Drawing on an extended case method approach consisting of observations, analysis of organisational documents and semi-structured in-depth interviews with first- and second-generation migrants working in a French car manufacturing company, this article examines how and why diversity management practices are perceived differently by first- versus second-generation migrant workers. Using social identity theory and equity theory as a theoretical framework, it was found that first- and second-generation migrants have different social expectations, which, in turn, influence their self-image, as well as their perception of organisational justice. The interaction between their social identity and their perception of justice affects how they appraise diversity management practices in their organisation. The study extends previous research on migrant workers and diversity management by building a conceptual model that outlines how and why diversity management practices are perceived differently by first- versus second-generation migrants.

Keywords: diversity management; equity theory; extended case method; migrant; migrant generations; perceptions; social identity (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2020
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DOI: 10.1177/0950017019887335

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