ABSTRACT

This book unites the latest research in diversity, inclusion, and positive organizational scholarship (POS), to investigate diversity and inclusion dynamics in social systems. Comprised of succinct chapters from thought leaders in the field, this book covers both micro- and macro-levels of analysis, covering topics such as authenticity, mentorship, intersectional identity work, positive deviance, resilience, resource cultivation and utilization, boundary-spanning leadership, strengths-based development, positive workplace interventions to promote well-being, inclusive strategic planning, and the role of diversity in innovation.

part Section I|36 pages

Multiple Identities and Resources

part Section II|32 pages

Authenticity

chapter 7|7 pages

Authenticity and Organizational Norms

Through a Positive Organizational Scholarship Lens

chapter 8|6 pages

If I'm Comfortable does that Mean I'm Included?

And If I'm Included, Will I Now Be Comfortable?

chapter 9|10 pages

Authentic Affirmation?

Considering the Cultural Relevance of Strength-Based Practices in Global Organizations

part Section III|20 pages

Resilience

chapter 10|5 pages

Resilience and Failure

chapter 12|5 pages

Social Resilience

Building Persistence in Interracial Relationships

part Section IV|40 pages

Relating Across Differences

chapter 13|5 pages

Leading Beyond “We”

The Nature and Consequences of a Boundary Spanning Mindset

chapter 14|7 pages

Mentoring as a Connecting Competency Builder

Examining POS as a Catalyst for Mentoring Across Dimensions of Diversity

chapter 15|5 pages

Fostering High-Quality Relationships Across Difference

Exploring a Care Ethics Approach to Life Story–Telling and Life Story–Receiving

chapter 18|6 pages

The Two Faces of Ubuntu

An Inclusive Positive or Exclusive Parochial Leadership Perspective?

part Section V|44 pages

Inclusive and Equitable Systems

chapter 19|10 pages

Diversity Management as a Generative Strategic Process

When the Business Case Meets Positive Organizational Scholarship

chapter 20|8 pages

From Exclusion to Inclusion

Inclusion and Empowerment in a South African Organization

chapter 22|7 pages

Learning Together

A Positive Approach to Diversity and Inclusion Education

part Section VI|38 pages

Innovative Thinking

chapter 24|7 pages

Constructive Conflict

The Essential Role of Diversity in Organizational Innovation

chapter 26|6 pages

Promoting the Positive Effects of Team Diversity through Soar

An Inclusive Approach for Strategic Thinking, Planning, and Leading

chapter 27|7 pages

Life on the Edge

How Weird People Thrive in Organizations (and What They Can Teach Us about Diversity and Inclusion)

chapter |8 pages

Conclusion

Building a Bridge to Positive Organizing