Who counts as diverse? The strategic broadening and narrowing of diversity.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

A large majority of US organizations profess a commitment to diversity, but their definitions of diversity can vary greatly. While previous research demonstrates a shift in diversity definitions to include fewer protected demographic groups and more non-demographic characteristics, the present research examines whether this shift might be a motivated process among dominant group members related to anti-egalitarian and colorblind belief systems.

Methods

Using quantitative and qualitative methods, we explored potential underlying ideologies that may be associated with White Americans' shifting definitions of diversity. White Americans (N = 498) were asked how they define diversity, as well as who should be included in a range of diversity initiatives.

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SUBMITTER: Zhang J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10876864 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature