A review of the LGBTQ+ work–family interface: What do we know and where do we go from here?. (30th November 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Murphy, Lauren D.; Thomas, Candice L.; Cobb, Haley R.; Hartman, Alexius E.
• Other Names: Dasborough Marie guestEditor.
• Is Part Of: Journal of organizational behavior. Volume 42:Number 2(2021)
• Page Start: 139
• Page End: 161
• Publication Date: 2020-11-30
• Subjects: LGBT -- review -- sexual orientation -- work–family; Industrial sociology -- Periodicals; Organizational behavior -- Periodicals; Psychology, Industrial -- Periodicals; 302.35
• DOI: 10.1002/job.2492
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0894-3796

Abstract

Summary: Work–family research has blossomed over the past several decades but mostly remains focused on traditional couples and heteronormative individuals. However, research suggests that LGBTQ+ employees face unique challenges, such as discrimination and stigma, that impact their work–family interface in ways that current work–family research may not be fully capturing. We propose a review and synthesis that summarize current LGBTQ+ and work–family literature with four primary goals: (1) identify predictors and outcomes of the work–family interface for LGBTQ+ employees, (2) integrate empirical findings and current theory into a recently developed framework to delineate our understanding of LGBTQ+ work–family experiences, (3) provide direction for future research, and (4) provide recommendations on translating the current findings into practice. Our results identify k = 74 studies that cover the work–family interface and LGBTQ+ individuals. This comprehensive and integrated review will help inform researchers on how to best address unique research questions for LGBTQ+ employees and provide employers with empirical evidence as they develop inclusive policies, cultures, and workforces.