Overview

This important new book offers public administration scholars, practitioners, and students a comprehensive resource to make sense of identity and equity, two of the most crucial, yet complex, concepts for public decision-makers to address. The chapters in this volume present original research and explore timely and relevant theories and practices of identity and equity in public sector workplaces. To do this, authors present innovative theories and approaches to identity and equity, analyze practical pathways to identity and equity, and critique foundational policy and law addressing identity and equity. The utility of this volume lies in the timeliness and innovative approaches to evolving concepts of identity and equity in public sector workplaces. Applying a liberatory lens, the chapters reflect an expanded interpretation and understanding of identity, the challenges and opportunities for public sector organizations to more fully embrace and integrate diverse identities in the workplace, and paths for future research and application of practices that strive for more equitable and inclusive workplaces. Making Sense of Identity and Equity in Public Sector Workplaces is essential reading for all students and scholars of public administration as well as those working in public and nonprofit organizations.

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9781032869568

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Reviews

“The complexity of identity and equity is critically and thoughtfully explored in this volume. This work not only advances the field’s understanding of each concept in the public sector, but also provides readers with the tools necessary to grapple with issues of identity and equity, rather than avoid them.” Nicole M. Humphrey, School of Public Affairs and Administration, University of Kansas “This book is essential for anyone committed to advancing equity in the public sector. It offers a broad analysis of identity and equity and practical strategies that will contribute to better working environments for all.” Rodderick A. Colvin, School of Public Affairs, San Diego State University

Author Information

Nicole M. Elias is Associate Professor in the Department of Public Management at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, and Founding Co-Director of the Initiative for Gender Equity in the Public Sector at John Jay College in the United States. Maja Husar Holmes is Professor and Director of the School of Public Affairs and Administration at the University of Kansas in the United States. Maria J. D’Agostino is Professor in the Department of Public Management at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, and Founding Co-Director of the Initiative for Gender Equity in the Public Sector at John Jay College in the United States.

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