Black Women, Intersectionality, and Workplace Bullying: Intersecting Distress

Black Women, Intersectionality, and Workplace Bullying examines the impact of work abuse disproportionality on women of color, affecting their mental health and career progression. The book combines intersectionality and workplace bullying to present conceptual essays and empirical research studies. It explores how complex identities, such as being a Black gender fluid woman, increase the likelihood of experiencing workplace bullying, and how it affects mental health. The author also examines colorism at work and its impact on Black women and how workplace bullying compromises organizations' diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Format: Hardback
Length: 88 pages
Publication date: 16 June 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Black Women, Intersectionality, and Workplace Bullying is a groundbreaking text that delves into the profound impact of work abuse disproportionality on women of color, affecting their mental health and career progression. In this interdisciplinary exploration, author Hollis combines the fields of intersectionality and workplace bullying to present a comprehensive and balanced approach. The book consists of conceptual essays and empirical research studies, aimed at shedding light on the experiences of Black women in the workplace.

The chapters in this text examine how researchers have previously addressed race and gender in empirical studies, highlighting the complex nature of identities and intersectional positions. The author argues that individuals with more diverse identities, such as Black gender fluid women, are more likely to face workplace bullying. This book also explores the detrimental effects of workplace bullying on Black womens mental health, including increased anxiety, depression, insomnia, and self-medicating behaviors.

Furthermore, the author delves into the topic of colorism at work and its impact on Black women, examining how workplace bullying undermines organizations' diversity and inclusion initiatives. The book will be of immense interest to graduate students and academics in various fields, including social work, ethnic studies, Black studies, Africana studies, gender studies, political science, sociology, psychology, and social justice. It will also appeal to those who are passionate about intersectionality and its relationship to race and gender of women.

Black Women, Intersectionality, and Workplace Bullying is a vital contribution to the literature on workplace bullying, offering a deeper understanding of the experiences and challenges faced by Black women in the workplace. By examining the intersection of race, gender, and other identities, this book provides valuable insights into the mechanisms that perpetuate workplace abuse and the urgent need for change.

Weight: 242g
Dimension: 143 x 224 x 13 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032035345