Diversity and Inclusion in Latin American and Caribbean Workplaces: Experiences, Opportunities, and Challenges

Contents
Notes on Contributors
List of Figures
List of Tables
1 Introduction
	References
Part  I Diversity and Inclusion: The LA&C Region
2 Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship: A Latin American and Caribbean Perspective
	Introduction
	Scholarship and Accreditation
	Scholarship and Boyer’s Model
	Scholarship in Universities—Overview
	An Existing Paradigm—A Think Tank in Diversity and Inclusion
	Scholarship in Universities: A Proposal for Latin America and the Caribbean
	Conclusion
	References
3 Cultural Influences of Latin American and Caribbean Perceptions on Inclusion and Diversity
	Introduction
	Paradigm Shifts from Diversity to Inclusion
	The Climate-Culture System
	The Influence of National Cultures
	Data Analysis and Implications of Cultural Dimensions
	Puerto Rico’s View of Inclusion and Diversity
	Optimizing Diversity and Inclusion for Latin America
	Summary and Conclusions
	References
4 Women Entrepreneurs in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC): The LAC Difference
	Women’s Entrepreneurship in LAC Economies
	Challenges
	Individual Characteristics of LAC Women Entrepreneurs
	Systemic Drivers and Supports of LAC Women Entrepreneurs’ Success
	Conclusion
	Sidebar: Examples of Initiatives and Partnerships Fostering Women’s Entrepreneurship Activity in the LAC Region
	Sidebar: Examples of Women’s Ventures
	References
5 Workforce Diversity in Ports: The Global and the LAC Perspectives
	Introduction
	Challenges Women Face in Working in Ports
		Women in Ports
		Barriers to Women in Ports
			Port Union Seniority
			Gender Stereotyping
			Ports’ Masculine Image
			Work-Life Balance
			Credibility
			Recruiting Challenges
	Making Ports Appealing for Women
		Addressing Gender Equity
		Family-Friendly Ports
			Recruitment and Training
			Networking
			Mentoring
			Work-Life Balance
			Child and Elderly Care Services
			Harassment Policies
		Enhancing the Port’s Image
	Conclusion
	References
6 Case Studies on the Effects of Toxic Leadership on Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace Within the Latin American and Caribbean Regions
	Introduction
	Narrative Inquiry with US Army Career Veterans About Tolerance for Toxic Leaders
	Narrative Inquiry with Former Multinational Companies’ Executives About Tolerance for Toxic Leaders
	Analysis of Individual Narratives
	Conclusions
	References
7 Life in the Margins: Harsh Reality and Challenges for the Transgender and Gender Diverse Workforce in Latin America and the Caribbean
	Introduction
	Overview
	Understanding Gender Minorities
	Harsh Realities and Legal Challenges
	Stigma and Minority Stress
		Minority Stress
		Impact of Stigma in Workplace
		The Grassroots Movement
		Overview of Current Laws in Latin America and the Caribbean
		Case Example and Implications
	Summary
	References
Part  II Diversity and Inclusion: LA&C Countries
8 Bridging the Technical and Vocational Skills Gap in the Bahamas: The Role of Gender Diversity in the Trades
	Introduction
	The Global Skills Gap
	Women in the Trades: A Global Perspective
	The Economy of the Bahamas: An Overview
	BTVI (Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute) Fast Facts
		Elementary School Visits to the Campus
		Guidance Counselor Workshops
		Dual Enrollment for High School Students
		More Flexible (Blended) Course Offerings
		Community Organizations
	Conclusion
	References
9 Relating Gender Diversity in Top Management Positions and Innovation: Evidence from Seven Countries in Latin America
	Introduction
		Gender Diversity and Organizational Innovation
		Assessing the Latin American and Caribbean Landscape
	Discussion and Conclusion
	References
10 Striving for Equity in the Educational System: A Brazilian Case Study
	Introduction
	The Affirmative Action Approach in Brazil
	Contextualizing Affirmative Action
	Evaluating the Effectiveness of the Affirmative Action Approach in Brazil
	Conclusion
	References
11 Managing Disabled Inclusion Within the Colombian Workplace 
	Introduction
	Diversity, Inclusion and Disability
	Work Inclusion for the Disabled in Colombia: Advances, Challenges, and Opportunities
	Approaches to Work Inclusion for the Disabled in Colombia
	The Colombian School of Rehabilitation’s Experience (Escuela Colombiana de Rehabilitación—ECR) in Work Inclusion Processes for the Disabled
	Network Experience with the Work Support (WS) Model
	Experience in Work Education Processes for the Intellectually Disabled
	The Work Inclusion Experience with an Institution That Serves the Psychosocially Disabled Population
	Monitoring for Physical and Sensorial PwD Work Inclusion Processes
	Conclusions
	References
12 Assessing Diversity Across Cultures: A US-Hispanic Perspective
	Introduction
	Method
	Results
	Discussion
	References
Index