La Familia Management Scholars
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ANNOUNCEMENT: SPECIAL ISSUE OUT!
ANNOUNCEMENT: SPECIAL ISSUE OUT!
Announcing the LaFamilia Special Issue: We Are Here (Estamos Aquí)
We are thrilled to announce that the LaFamilia Special Issue of Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: An International Journal, titled We Are Here (Estamos Aquí): Researching the Latinx Work Experience in the United States, is officially in press and will be published this June! This Special Issue features five outstanding papers exploring diverse facets of the Latino experience in the workplace, curated by our dedicated Guest Editorial Team.
Featured Articles:
"Latinos in the United States: Understanding Latinidad and Its Challenges for Organizational Research"
By Carolina B. Gomez, Carlos B. Gonzalez, Monica C. Gavino, Bernardo M. Ferdman, and Patricia G. Martinez
This foundational article introduces the Latino Diversity Model, examining intersectional dimensions of Latinidad and their significance for organizational research.
"Hispanics in the Workplace: Their Job Demands and Resources"
By Stephanie Black, Laura Guerrero, and Donna Maria Blancero
Using the JD-R model, this paper explores workplace dynamics for Hispanic workers, highlighting increased discrimination, the influence of cultural values like collectivism and familism, and heightened family demands for Latinas.
"Trabajo con Dignidad: The Struggle for Workplace Dignity in the US Agricultural Fields"
By Mabel Sanchez
Through pláticas, this qualitative study amplifies Latino farmworkers’ experiences, emphasizing workplace dignity and paving the way for broader research on this overlooked group.
"Impostorization of Latinx Scholars: It’s a Real 'Thing'"
By Angelica Gutierrez
This viewpoint distinguishes impostor syndrome from impostorization, arguing that organizational practices trigger these feelings and calling for systemic change to foster inclusion.
"Strategic Intersectional Identity Management Strategies Amidst Identity Threats: Insights from U.S. Latina Nonprofit CEOs"
By Samantha E. Erskine, Robert Bonner, and Verónica Caridad Rabelo
Drawing from interviews with Latina CEOs, this paper reveals the systemic challenges they face and the resilient strategies they employ to lead and thrive.
This Special Issue is more than a collection of research—it’s a powerful intervention in the conversation about Latinos in the workplace. We hope these articles spark dialogue, inspire further scholarship, and drive equitable outcomes for Latino communities. Stay tuned for the release this June!
VISION
VISION
La Familia of Management Scholars will be a vibrant community of academics nationally recognized for providing mentorship and professional development opportunities for Latinx faculty and doctoral students. We aim to lead and inspire undergraduate and graduate students to thrive and become role models by pursuing academic careers.
MISSION
MISSION
La Familia of Management Scholars connects Latinx faculty, doctoral students, and allies, to collaborate on research, teaching and student success within a U.S. context, by nurturing and providing support through culturally relevant mentorship programs and professional development opportunities.
PDW at the Academy of Management Conference (Boston) Putting the Latinx Worker Front and Center
PhD Project Dinner 2023
Symposia, Sí Se Puede, Academy of Management Conference 2023
OUR PILLARS OF SUCCESS / NUESTROS PILARES DEL ÉXITO
OUR PILLARS OF SUCCESS / NUESTROS PILARES DEL ÉXITO
Pillar One
Pillar One
Connect - Maximize online presence to increase visibility and access to our community of scholars, students, and allies.
Build Community - Monthly Happy Hour, Social/Salsa events at national and regional Cafecitos/meet-ups.
Ongoing Communication - Monthly Celebraciones y Noticas - accomplishments, upcoming events, updates, opportunities, and milestones.
Pillar Two
Pillar Two
Research - Professional Development Workshops, symposia, research circles and presentations at national and regional conferences to collaborate on the Latinx workplace experience.
Mentoring - Mentoring doctoral, graduate, and undergraduate students through culturally relevant mentoring programs, webinars, and professional and career development coaching.
Pillar Three
Pillar Three
Bring commitment to Hispanic Excellence into the classroom by serving as role models, sharing our "stories", inspiring students, and providing career advice and coaching.
Note: We acknowledge the evolution of language and terms used to refer to the many Hispanic, Latino, Latina, Latine, Iberoamerican peoples around the globe. We currently use the term "Latinx" throughout our site in an attempt to include as many "familiares" as possible.
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