Gendered references in organization studies

Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to point out a worrisome phenomenon and suggest some ways of dealing with it.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper is a historical analysis of references in organization studies.

Findings

The finding of this paper concludes that the proportion of women authors is low and is increasing very slowly.

Research limitations/implications

Some simple solutions may be applied, even if they alone will not solve the problem.

Practical implications

An appeal to use first name on reference lists and in texts (when appropriate).

Social implications

Better recognition of women’s contribution to knowledge.

Originality/value

Not for the authors to judge.

Citation

Czarniawska, B. and Sevón, G. (2018), "Gendered references in organization studies", Qualitative Research in Organizations and Management, Vol. 13 No. 2, pp. 196-200. https://doi.org/10.1108/QROM-11-2017-1584