Race, Ethnicity, and Diversity Management

Another issue of the magazine Problems of Management in 21st century has found its way into your hands. We often hear people saying that human resources are the most important and most valuable source in an organization. Is it really true or is it just another buzzword? Our magazine deals with the issues of human resources in the context of various possible views and approaches. As a result of the growing internationalism and globalization of the labour market but also as a result of dynamic changes in the society in general the concept of diversity management is ever more important. The basis of the concept of diversity management is the nature of diversity itself and this phenomenon has always existed in the human society, be it age, gender, race, ethnicity, mental and physical abilities, sex orientation or any other qualities (Hubbard, 2004, Eger, 2009). It is necessary to realize that the topics connected with diversity exist today and will exist in the future and if any organization strives to survive in the highly competitive surroundings, it has to deal with issues like that.

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Call for papers: LGBTI+ population and healthcare context

puntOorg International Journal ◽

10.19245/25.05.cfp.03 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 1 (1) ◽

pp. 1-1

Author(s):

Paolo Valerio ◽

Cristiano Scandurra ◽

David M. Frost

Keyword(s):

Health Inequalities ◽

Social Stigma ◽

Healthcare Providers ◽

Diversity Management ◽

Health Organizations ◽

Hr Management ◽

Mixed Method Design ◽

Race Ethnicity ◽

Specific Health

Although research on the health of LGBTI+ populations is expanding rapidly, including a focus on social and health policies, the experiences of LGBTI+ people within healthcare contexts needs to be explored in even more in detail. An increasing body of research has demonstrated that LGBTI+ people face health inequalities, which are due to the pernicious effects of social stigma. A more accurate understanding of the quality of care received and perceived by this population represents a fundamental social issue and a central focus for reducing health inequalities. Indeed, many LGBTI+ people still avoid healthcare contexts for fear of discrimination from healthcare providers. On the other hand, many healthcare providers still have little knowledge about the specific health needs of this population. A further issue concerns the structural/institutional stigma embedded within some health organizations due to the existence of laws and regulations that not guarantee full equality for LGBTI+ populations. The focus of this thematic issue is the experience of LGBTI+ people within healthcare contexts. We invite contributions from a plurality of theoretical and methodological perspectives, including but not limited to: clinical and social psychology, sociology, philosophy, jurisprudence, diversity management, organization and HR management. Qualitative, quantitative and/or mixed-method design are welcome, as well as reviews and critical reflections. Manuscripts focused on the experiences of intersectionality (e.g., intersections of race, ethnicity, ability, class, migration status, etc. within LGBTI+ populations) and from diverse geographic regions are particularly welcome.

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Diminishing Barriers to the Praxis Examination in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Perspectives on Global Issues in Communication Sciences and Related Disorders ◽

10.1044/gics1.2.64 ◽

2011 ◽

Vol 1 (2) ◽

pp. 64-71

Author(s):

Luis F. Riquelme

Keyword(s):

Geographic Location ◽

The United States ◽

Success For All ◽

Speech Language Pathology ◽

Barriers To Success ◽

Call To Action ◽

Language Pathology ◽

National Certification ◽

Race Ethnicity ◽

Passing Score

Abstract Passing the Praxis Examination in speech-language pathology or audiology can be a difficult task. A passing score is the entry to a list of requirements for national certification (CCC-SLP, CCC-A) and for state licensure in the United States. This article will provide current information on the examination and address barriers to success that have been identified over the years. A call to action may serve to refocus efforts on improving access to success for all test-takers regardless of race/ethnicity, ability, or geographic location.

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