On Practicing Diversity
Organizational Worldmaking through Exploration, Experimentation, and Engagement
Chris Steyaert author Maddy Janssens author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bristol University Press
Publishing:1st May '26
£27.99
This title is due to be published on 1st May, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
How can diversity be practiced without reinforcing the very inequalities it aims to dismantle?
In this book, Maddy Janssens and Chris Steyaert address this pressing question by critically examining the assumptions behind current diversity initiatives and turning to critical practice theory and queer theory for novel insights. Through imaginative concepts, inspiring illustrations, and an integrative case study within the dance world, the authors articulate the ‘conditions of possibility’ for a fresh, impactful alternative. This book advocates for a shift from individual efforts to collective practices, proposing a politics of organizational worldmaking oriented at multiplicity – a practicing of diversity that aspires to transformative change into livable and just work lives.
“Finally, we have a book that allows us to see what is possible in institutionalizing organizational diversity by embracing insights from practice theory and queer theory. A must-read for scholars and organizations worldwide interested in creating transformative change towards equity and inclusion for all.” Stella Nkomo, University of Pretoria
“On Practicing Diversity performs a much-needed turn from individual capacities to organizational practices without losing touch with personal experience. Its passionate plea for knowing with feeling makes real change possible.” Sara Louise Muhr, Copenhagen Business School
ISBN: 9781529235531
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: unknown
192 pages