Gender Bias in Organisations: From the Arts to Individualised Coaching

Arts-based methods such as sensemaking,metaphors, and storytelling can help women modify behaviors triggered by gender stereotype threat and cope better in the gendered workplace. This book challenges the contemporary approach of mainstreaming gender in organizations and presents two types of arts-inspired workshops to address this issue. It is of interest to researchers, academics, and students in the areas of gender, work, and organization.

Format: Hardback
Length: 124 pages
Publication date: 12 May 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Government and organizational policies alone cannot adequately address the deeply ingrained societal expectations surrounding gender. To address this challenge, arts-based methods derived from sensemaking, metaphors, and storytelling offer a powerful means to empower women and help them navigate the gender-based workplace more effectively. The primary objective of this book is to challenge the prevailing mainstreaming of gender in organizations. By delving into the personal narratives and workplace experiences of individuals, the authors aim to understand the common challenges faced by both individuals and organizations. Through a comprehensive review of how women respond to these challenges, the book explores the strategic choices they make and the profound consequences for their personal growth and the overall impact of organizations.

To facilitate this transformative process, the book presents two distinct types of arts-inspired workshops: sensory and metaphorical engagement, as well as storytelling theatre. These workshops aim to engage participants on an emotional and imaginative level, enabling them to explore and challenge gender stereotypes. By employing these artistic approaches, women can develop new perspectives, build resilience, and cultivate a sense of agency in their professional lives.

Gender Bias in Organisations: From the Arts to Individualised Coaching is a groundbreaking work that sheds light on the shortcomings of traditional gender mainstreaming initiatives. It proposes an innovative individualised coaching approach based on arts-based methodology, designed to mediate gender stereotypes in the workplace. This book will appeal to a wide range of scholars, researchers, and students interested in the fields of gender, work, and organization. It offers valuable insights, practical tools, and a roadmap for creating a more inclusive and equitable workplace culture.

Weight: 298g
Dimension: 142 x 224 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367862787