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Report from SIOP: Current industrial/organizational psychology perspectives of women in organizations

Eden B. King (Department of Psychology, George Mason University, Fairfax, Virginia, USA)

Equal Opportunities International

ISSN: 0261-0159

Article publication date: 1 April 2006

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Abstract

Purpose

The current report is intended to provide a narrow, brief summery of research presented at the annual conference of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology regarding women in organizations.

Design/methodology/approach

The conference, which broadly seeks to inform the science and practice of human well‐being and performance in organizations and draws thousands of participants from academic, consulting, and government agencies, included over 35 symposia, posters, and meetings related to diversity in organizations.

Findings

Research presented provided empirical evidence that women continue to face subtle forms of discrimination and that there are consequences for such women and their employing organizations.

Research limitations/implications

More multidisciplinary theory and research is needed to identify and develop effective strategies for the reduction of gender discrimination and the achievement of equal opportunities for men and women.

Originality/value

In summary, the SIOP conference continues serves as an incubator for research and practice regarding diversity in organizations. In particular, this year's meeting contributors provided empirical evidence that subtle discrimination toward women in organizations persists and that perceptions of bias can lead to negative attitudes and behaviors.

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Citation

King, E.B. (2006), "Report from SIOP: Current industrial/organizational psychology perspectives of women in organizations", Equal Opportunities International, Vol. 25 No. 3, pp. 215-218. https://doi.org/10.1108/02610150610687854

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2006, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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