ABSTRACT
This chapter discusses the concept of spirituality as an emergent workforce diversity topic. Although it is not a new idea, forms of spirituality are now emerging in more contemporary forms in the workplace. Some organizations have now adopted a business model that promotes a spiritual workplace. Motivation is a driving force for developing new products, improving customer service, and creating other business or organizational values. The trend toward a spiritual awakening in the US workplace is represented in Garcia-Zamor's humanistic model of spirituality. This trend is prevalent because more employers are concerned about creating more fulfilling and culturally inclusive work environments. Spirituality is emerging as a topic that empowers individuals in the workplace to challenge and change systems of oppression by embracing the soul and spirit. Conflict, stress, and issues emerging from all forms of diversity are rampant within the workplace.
