Diversity and inclusion in Latin American and Caribbean workplaces : experiences, opportunities, and challenges /: experiences, opportunities, and challenges. (2020)

• Record Type: Book
• Further Information: Note: Carlos Tasso Eira de Aquino, Ronald R. Rojas, editors.
• Editors: Rojas, Ronald R; Aquino, Carlos Tasso Eira de
• Contents: Chapter 1: Introduction: (Dr. Carlos Tasso Aquino) The workplaces in the Latin America and Caribbean regions in many ways present a paradox in that it has unique conditions that keep attracting businesses and yet many of the countries in the region also face serious challenges that can undermine many of these prospects. The simplistic assumption that Hispanics are all defined by a few cultural factors—whether from Central America, South America, Mexico, or the Caribbean—is misguided. Although there are commonalities among the cultures and subcultures within the Latin American region, there are also significant differences. This book addresses specific topics related to diversity and inclusion in the workplace that are relevant to Latin America and the Caribbean. By bringing those topics into a single textbook, we intend not only to address issues of Diversity and Inclusion from a regional perspective, but also foster awareness of regional outcomes that can impact the successful operations of global/multinational corporations and organizations that have customers and suppliers in this part of the world. This is a two-part book, where Part 1 addresses some of the emerging frameworks on diversity and inclusion in Latin America and the Caribbean workplace and part 2 lunges into some of the country specific actualities. The uniqueness of this effort resides in making available a single collection of workplace experiences, opportunities, and challenges that emerge from the nuances of diversity and inclusion dynamics in Latin American and Caribbean countries . Part I: Diversity and Inclusion – The LA&C Region Chapter 2: Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship: A Latin American and Caribbean Perspective (Dr. Carlos Aquino, Center of Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion, USA) Scholarship is a relevant component in the search for success by many educational institutions. Its importance is highlighted and enforced by different accreditation bodies all over the world, as an effort to pursue quality and relevant content in higher education. Besides being a learning provider, educational institutions need also to become and remain learning organizations, and the myriad of faculty, alumni and students related to them should believe and act towards lifelong learning. Diversity and Inclusion is one of the top topics today in this globalized and multi-cultured workplace we live. Scholarship in Diversity and Inclusion must remain at the forefront of institutions that want to succeed and be recognized as beacons of a diverse society we live in. This chapter describes a framework currently in action to be a milestone in fostering and achieving Diversity and Inclusion scholarship in Latin America and the Caribbean. Chapter 3: Cultural influences of Latin American perceptions on inclusion and diversity (Dr. Ronald Rojas, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary) The literature tendencies on global organizational development are showing a shift in emphasis from diversity as a mandate towards inclusion as a workplace value, and therefore, to approaches that are more in step with interpersonal and relational frameworks. Consequently, this shift has also prompted research beyond the traditional American- European view of inclusion, where now more consideration is being given to the moderating effects of other national cultures. Along with these trends, this chapter argues that perceptions from national cultures within Latin American countries play a significant role in formulating diversity and inclusion strategies. Here, I argue that values typical of most Latin American and Caribbean countries as portrayed in Hofstede's cultural dimensions reinforce the notion that native cultures have a moderating effect on inclusion and diversity views and suggest these constructs are perceived differently than interpreted in most North American strategies and training programs. This chapter highlights the relevance and implications of Latin American and Caribbean cultural values upon diversity and inclusion perceptions. Chapter 4: Women Entrepreneurs in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC): The LAC difference (Dr. Keri Heitner, Walden University) Despite the obstacles they face, women entrepreneurs in Latin American and Caribbean countries are achieving greater gender parity than in other parts of the world. This chapter will focus on the drivers of entrepreneurial success for women in LAC countries, analyzing how culture, catalysts, supports, and governmental and private sector initiatives and partnerships are fostering women's entrepreneurship in this region. The chapter will include examples of women entrepreneurs in the Latin America and Caribbean regions. Chapter 5: Workforce Diversity in Ports – The Global and the Caribbean Perspectives (Michael C. Ircha) This chapter examines the challenges women face in working in traditional male workplaces and suggests steps for ports to attract women port workers. Cargo handling in seaports has traditionally been a male dominated occupation. This was particularly true when muscle-power was a key occupational requirement for physical lifting and hauling heavy commodities. In recent decades, the need for 'brawn" has been replaced with 'brain and aptitude' required to operate sophisticated cargo-handling equipment. In today's ports, women are increasingly being recruited into this traditional male environment as 'work within ports has become less physical, even in port operations that require more physical jobs, women can perform equally well as men.'[i] The term 'port workers' encompasses: dockworkers, longshoremen, stevedores, checkers, linesmen and foremen. The chapter is based on previous Maritime Employers Association's (MEA) research on best port labour practices and how the MEA overcame resistance to workplace diversity in the Ports of Montréal, Trois-Rivières/Bécancour, Toronto and Hamilton. The challenges and opportunities for females in ports globally and in the Caribbean are outlined along with how ports can improve their working environments to further attract women port workers. Chapter 6: Case studies on the effects of Toxic Leadership on diversity and inclusion in the workplace within the Latin American and Caribbean regions (Dr. Felix Santiago) This chapters presents two case studies with different perspectives of leadership within a diverse and inclusive workplace, one drawn from a multinational workplace sample and the other from a sample of military subjects with Latin American and Caribbean experience. Toxic leadership is an extreme negative behavior highly damaging to organizations and individuals. The rationale for individual tolerance of toxic leaders may be influenced by exceptional considerations. Although the narrative inquiry approach into the stories may not be generalized, the insights derived from the exploration may benefit organizational leaders, scholars, and practitioners in ascertaining patterns within organizational members with diverse characteristics and the effects on the workplace culture and objectives. Most importantly, the identification of the rationale for individual tolerance may assist organizations to mitigate the influence of toxic leader behavior. Chapter 7: Implications of Gender Identity in Latin America and the Caribbean (Gary Howell, Psy.D. and Natalia Andino-Rivera, M.A, Florida School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Tampa) Gender diverse people are discriminated against worldwide, and in some countries the murder rates are alarming and on the rise. According to the Transrespect versus Transphobia (TvT) Worldwide Research Project (2017), there were 325 cases of reported killings of trans and gender-diverse people between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017, which was an increase of 30 murders compared to the previous year. Brazil had the highest reported number of killings (171), and Mexico had the second highest number of murders (56). Since the inception of this project in January 2008 to the time of this report, a total of 2, 609 reported murders against trans and gender-diverse people have been reported worldwide. The 2016 findings indicated Central and South America accounted for 78% of the globally reported murders. Over the last 20 years, those who identify as gender minorities (transgender, gender queer, gender diverse), have seen few advancements in Latin America and the Caribbean workplace. Specifically, the lack of progress is most notable in regions where there has been a long history of oppression and aggression toward gender minorities. In Latin America, Colombia and Argentina are leading other countries with protections in place regarding gender identity and allows their citizens to change their gender on governmental documents. Unfortunately, not all Latin American countries have policies in place for individuals to change their gender on governmental documents and some actually condone discrimination laws that protect employers who discriminate based on their employees' gender identity. Given the significant fear of retribution that has become a rampant issue for the gender minority community, it is not uncommon for employees to conceal their gender identity and avoid social transition or gender expression altogether. This inability to be authentic is further perpetuated in the workplace by systemic and societal oppression that negates or ignores a victim's attempt to report discrimination, other types of abuse, lack of access to services, and leads to comprehensive refusal to acknowledge their identities. The Caribbean is far less tolerant via laws and protections for transgender and gender diverse individuals. Much of the Caribbean still criminalizes individuals based on their gender identity and/or expression using antiquated 'indecency' laws that were inherited from the British and French during the Colonial era. These laws, in combination with a repressive family dynamic, community and ......
• Publisher Details: Cham, Switzerland : Palgrave Macmillan
• Publication Date: 2020
• Extent: 1 online resource (224 pages)
• Subjects: 658.3008; Diversity in the workplace -- Latin America; Diversity in the workplace -- Caribbean Area; Diversity in the workplace; Electronic books
• Languages: English
• ISBNs: 3030354199; 9783030354190
• Notes: Note: Description based on print version record.
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