Steps to Gender Equality at Work in Healthcare in India: Male Allies and Women Leaders Leading the Way

Rachna Dhingra () and Gracy Andrew
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Rachna Dhingra: Sharda University
Gracy Andrew: Independent Consultant

Chapter Chapter 7 in Journeys of Women Leaders Pushing Boundaries in Asia and Healthcare, 2024, pp 81-90 from Springer

Abstract: Abstract The research on women's empowerment predominantly concentrates on identifying gaps and barriers hindering women's career progress, rather than emphasizing effective strategies for promoting women in leadership roles. This chapter delves into the societal and organizational initiatives undertaken in India, where conflicting patriarchal traditions clash with the emergence of women's leadership in the workforce. Restrictive organizational norms, rooted in traditional male gender roles impede workforce capabilities, impacting social, economic, and well-being aspects. Addressing these structural issues and workplace norms at an organizational level is imperative. The chapter therefore explores interventions beyond individual-focused remedies, emphasizing the need for organizational-level strategies and systemic changes. Also, it explores the supportive role played by male allies in empowering women leaders in the healthcare sector, shedding light on enabling factors that facilitate their rise against all odds.

Keywords: Gender inequality; India; Men allies; Male allyship; Organization; Policies (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1007/978-981-97-0009-7_7

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