scholarly journals Beyond Diversity: Focusing on and Enhancing Inclusion in the Society for Epidemiologic Research

2020 ◽  
Vol 189 (10) ◽  
pp. 1042-1046 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristin J Moore ◽  
Serena Xiong ◽  
Manami Bhattacharya ◽  
Gabriela Bustamante ◽  
Collin Calvert
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Baseline Data ◽  
Epidemiologic Research ◽  
Organizational Membership ◽  
Professional Societies ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Prior Literature ◽  
Limited Generalizability

Abstract Increasing diversity and inclusion among organizational membership has become a focus for many professional societies, including the Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER). In this issue of the Journal, DeVilbiss et al. (Am J Epidemiol. 2020:189(10):998–1010) assessed dimensions of diversity and inclusion within SER to provide baseline data for future evaluations of Society initiatives. In our response, we note that diversity in SER appears strong but there is lag with regard to inclusion. We also highlight some of the major weaknesses of this study that hinder efforts to accurately evaluate inclusion within SER. There is a need to more concretely define inclusion and think broadly about how measures of inclusion should be operationalized in future surveys. Additional limitations of the study include its limited generalizability to the wider SER membership and the lack of questions about barriers to inclusion in SER activities. We conclude with recommendations for SER and other professional societies based on prior literature evaluating successful diversity and inclusion efforts. We also propose a conceptual model to assist with operationalizing and directing future analyses of inclusion measures. It is essential that SER move beyond efforts around diversity to focus on measuring and enhancing inclusion.

scholarly journals Recommendations to the Society for Epidemiologic Research for Further Promoting Diversity and Inclusion at the Annual Meeting and Beyond

2020 ◽  
Vol 189 (10) ◽  
pp. 1037-1041 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mingyu Zhang ◽  
Brooke A Jarrett ◽  
Keri N Althoff ◽  
Frances S Burman ◽  
Laura Camarata ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Best Practices ◽  
Annual Meeting ◽  
Health Department ◽  
Public Health Department ◽  
Epidemiologic Research ◽  
Academic Communities ◽  
Disadvantaged Groups ◽  
Professional Societies ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Diverse Backgrounds

Abstract Increasing diverse engagement in the Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER) will positively impact the field of epidemiology. As the largest and longest-running epidemiologic society in North America, SER has long been a pioneer in promoting diversity and inclusion. A recent survey of SER members, however, showed there is still room for improving diversity, inclusion, representation, and participation in the Society. In this commentary, as members of both the SER and the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Department of Epidemiology’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism, and Science (Epi IDEAS) Working Group, we recommend 4 goals for the SER Annual Meeting and beyond: 1) convene epidemiologic researchers with diverse backgrounds and ideas; 2) promote an inclusive environment at the SER Annual Meeting; 3) develop, compile, and disseminate best practices to honor diversity in epidemiologic research; and 4) increase prioritization of health disparities research and methods. We also suggest strategies for achieving these goals so that SER can better include, support, and elevate members from historically disadvantaged groups. While our recommendations are tailored specifically to SER, the greater epidemiologic and academic communities could benefit from adopting these goals and strategies within their professional societies and conferences.

scholarly journals Developing a conceptual model of influences around integrated reporting, new insights and directions for future research

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (4) ◽  
pp. 450-460 ◽  
Author(s):  
Charl de Villiers ◽  
Pei-Chi Kelly Hsiao ◽  
Warren Maroun
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Research Agenda ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Integrated Reporting ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Prior Literature ◽  
Research Questions

Purpose This paper aims to develop a conceptual model for examining the development of integrated reporting, relate the articles in this Meditari Accountancy Research special issue on integrated reporting to the model and identify areas for future research. Design/methodology/approach The paper uses a narrative/discursive style to summarise key findings from the articles in the special issue and develop a normative research agenda. Findings The findings of the prior literature, as well as the articles in this special issue, support the conceptual model developed in this paper. This new conceptual model can be used in multiple ways. Originality/value The special issue draws on some of the latest developments in integrated reporting from multiple jurisdictions. Different theoretical frameworks and methodologies, coupled with primary evidence on integrated reporting, construct a pluralistic assessment of integrated reporting, which can be used as a basis for future research. The new conceptual model developed in this paper can be used as an organising framework; a way of understanding and thinking about the various influences; a way of identifying additional factors to control for in a study; and/or a way of identifying new, interesting and underexplored research questions.

scholarly journals Changing the Culture of Coastal, Ocean, and Marine Sciences: Strategies for Individual and Collective Actions

Oceanography ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 34 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mona Behl ◽  
Sharon Cooper ◽  
Corey Garza ◽  
Sarah Kolesar ◽  
Sonya Legg ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Culture Change ◽  
Positive Culture ◽  
Coastal Ocean ◽  
Collective Actions ◽  
Professional Societies ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Working Environments ◽  
Ocean Sciences ◽  
Administrative Leaders ◽  
Science Community

Geoscience is plagued with structural and systemic barriers that prevent people of historically excluded groups from fully participating in, contributing to, and accruing the benefits of geosciences. A change in the culture of our learning and working environments is required to dismantle barriers and promote belonging, accessibility, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our field. Inspired by a session organized at the 2020 Ocean Sciences Meeting, the goal of this paper is to provide a consolidated summary of a few innovative and broadening participation initiatives that are being led by various stakeholders in academia (e.g., students, faculty, administrative leaders) at different institutional levels (e.g., universities, professional societies). The authors hope that the strategies outlined in this paper will inspire the coastal, ocean, and marine science community to take individual and collective actions that lead to a positive culture change.

scholarly journals The Society for Epidemiologic Research and the Future of Diversity and Inclusion in Epidemiology

2020 ◽  
Vol 189 (10) ◽  
pp. 1049-1052 ◽  
Author(s):  
Stephen E Gilman ◽  
Onyebuchi A Arah ◽  
Lisa M Bates ◽  
Charles C Branas ◽  
Yvette C Cozier ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Epidemiologic Research ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Diverse Backgrounds ◽  
The Future

Abstract “The mission of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee (D&I) in the Society for Epidemiologic Research is to foster the diversity of our membership and work towards the engagement of all members, from diverse backgrounds at all stages of their careers, in the Society’s activities, with the intent of enhancing discovery in public health.” As a foundational step in implementing our mission, the D&I Committee conducted a survey of SER membership. Here we report on the efforts we have undertaken to expand the diversity and inclusiveness of our Society and our aspirations for future efforts in support of D&I. Early on, we established the SERvisits program to conduct outreach to institutions and students that have historically been underrepresented at SER; we hope this program continues to grow in its reach and impact. We have also taken steps to increase the inclusiveness of SER activities, for example, by engaging members on issues of D&I through symposia and workshops at SER annual meetings and through social media. DeVilbiss et al. (Am J Epidemiol. 2020;189(10):998–1010) have demonstrated that there is substantial room for improvement with regards to diversity and inclusion within SER. We invite SER members to become involved and collaborate on this long-term goal.

Culture matters: The influence of national culture on inclusion climate

2016 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sebastian Stoermer ◽  
Anna Katharina Hildisch ◽  
Fabian Jintae Froese
Keyword(s):  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
National Culture ◽  
Cultural Context ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Organizational Innovation ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This paper develops a conceptual model in order to increase our understanding of the influence of national culture on the relationship between organizational diversity and inclusion management and inclusion climate. Design/methodology/approach Based upon a comprehensive review of diversity and inclusion management literature, we develop a conceptual model. Findings The model delineates how national culture influences the effectiveness of diversity and inclusion management practices in establishing an inclusion climate. In particular, we propose that low power distance, high collectivism, low uncertainty avoidance, low masculinity, high long-term orientation, and high indulgence cultures serve as a fertile context for creating an inclusion climate. Furthermore, we discuss how cultural tightness-looseness amplifies or attenuates the effects of national culture. Research limitations/implications The paper extends our understanding of the antecedents and boundary conditions of creating an inclusion climate. Future research could provide empirical evidence for the proposed relationships. Practical implications The model creates an awareness of the ease or difficulty of establishing an inclusion climate through diversity and inclusion management practices across cultures. Recommendations for developing inclusion climates in various cultural settings are provided. Originality/value Our multi-level model enhances our understanding of how the cultural context, i.e. national cultural values and cultural tightness-looseness, influences the emergence of an organizational inclusion climate which is further suggested to positively influence organizational innovation.

Developing a conceptual model to measure talent’s turnover intention in tourism organisations of Saudi Arabia

2017 ◽  
Vol 25 (1) ◽  
pp. 2-23 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adel Alferaih
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Job Performance ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Turnover Intention ◽  
Talent Management ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Organisational Commitment ◽  
Organisational Performance ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Prior Literature

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to propose an appropriate conceptual model for examining talent’s intention to quit, job satisfaction, job performance and organisational performance. Design/methodology/approach The proposed model is developed on the basis of the theoretical and logical arguments of constructs picked out from the prior literature. Its framework is that of Bagozzi (1992), where factors such as job satisfaction, affective organisational commitment and turnover intention are seen as major concerns in the literature on talent management. Findings The paper makes 16 propositions concerning significant relationships of these constructs with job satisfaction, job performance, organisational performance and turnover intention. Research limitations/implications It concludes with an acknowledgement of the limitations, suggestions for future research and theoretical contributions. Originality/value Its framework is that of Bagozzi (1992), where factors such as job satisfaction, affective organisational commitment and turnover intention are seen as major concerns in the literature on talent management.

scholarly journals You’re From … Where, Again? A Critical Assessment of Institutional Diversity in the Society for Epidemiologic Research

2020 ◽  
Vol 189 (10) ◽  
pp. 1026-1029 ◽  
Author(s):  
Marit L Bovbjerg ◽  
Dawn Misra ◽  
Jonathan M Snowden
Keyword(s):  
Annual Meeting ◽  
Critical Assessment ◽  
Institutional Diversity ◽  
Epidemiologic Research ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Disproportionate Number ◽  
Equity And Inclusion

Abstract The Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER) has recently taken laudable steps toward increasing diversity, equity, and inclusion within the society, including participation in the annual meeting. In this essay, we argue that there is one critical piece of the diversity and inclusion equation that is, however, overlooked: institution. At the 2019 Annual Meeting, a mere 8 institutions accounted for a disproportionate number of both oral concurrent sessions and symposium speakers. This lack of institutional diversity, unless addressed, will hinder SER’s ability to address other aspects of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

scholarly journals The Road to Nonprofit Diversity and Inclusion

2019 ◽  
Vol 220 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. S86-S90
Author(s):  
Vernetta Walker
Keyword(s):  
Voluntary Associations ◽  
Nonprofit Sector ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Road ◽  
Professional Societies ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Diverse Society ◽  
Entire Nation ◽  
Racial Ethnic ◽  
Society Research

Abstract Leadership at the board and executive levels across the nonprofit sector remains predominantly composed of white individuals, despite an increasingly diverse society. Research documents distinct benefits associated with diversity and inclusion, but efforts to move the dial have fallen short. This article explores how voluntary associations can prioritize racial/ethnic equity in their governance and provides specific steps for the examination of culture, practices, and processes required to operationalize change. There are a variety of professional societies and associations, also known as business leagues, established under the Internal Revenue Code. To be exempt, these organizations must be devoted to improving an industry or profession, as distinguished from performing particular services for individuals, and when successful they serve to improve the economic and social well-being of the entire nation.

scholarly journals Broadening the Study of Participation in the Life Sciences: How Critical Theoretical and Mixed-Methodological Approaches Can Enhance Efforts to Broaden Participation

2016 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. rm3 ◽  
Author(s):  
Heather Metcalf
Keyword(s):  
Critical Discourse Analysis ◽  
Life Sciences ◽  
Critical Discourse ◽  
Critical Approach ◽  
Theoretical Frameworks ◽  
Professional Societies ◽  
Diversity And Inclusion ◽  
Quantitative Analyses ◽  
Methodological Approaches ◽  
And Mathematics

This research methods Essay details the usefulness of critical theoretical frameworks and critical mixed-methodological approaches for life sciences education research on broadening participation in the life sciences. First, I draw on multidisciplinary research to discuss critical theory and methodologies. Then, I demonstrate the benefits of these approaches for researchers who study diversity and inclusion issues in the life sciences through examples from two critical mixed-methods studies of prominent issues in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) participation and recognition. The first study pairs critical discourse analysis of the STEM workforce literature, data, and underlying surveys with quantitative analyses of STEM pathways into the workforce. This example illustrates the necessity of questioning popular models of retention. It also demonstrates the importance of intersecting demographic categories to reveal patterns of experience both within and between groups whose access to and participation in STEM we aim to improve. The second study’s critical approach applies research on inequities in prizes awarded by STEM professional societies toward organizational change. This example uses data from the life sciences professional societies to show the importance of placing data within context to broaden participation and understand challenges in creating sustainable change.

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