Workplace incivility: From science to solutions
Faculty of Management Research Talk
With Dr. Lilia Cortina, University of Michigan
Hostile work behavior ranges from subtle social slights to general incivility to blatant harassment and violence. But more often than not, workplace abuse is insidious: seemingly "small" acts of disrespect accumulate over time to erode employee health. In this talk, Dr Cortina will highlight findings from research on workplace incivility, referring to organizational behavior that is rude but subdued, with an ambiguous intent to harm. She will demonstrate how incivility can interfere with work and wellbeing, among not only targets of incivility but also those around them (e.g., witnesses, workgroups, families). She will also show how gender and race are relevant to this seemingly identity-neutral behavior. This talk will conclude with a brainstorming session, where she will engage audience members to generate ideas for how to address these everyday assaults on human dignity.
About Dr. Lilia Cortina
Lilia Cortina investigates ways in which people are subordinated, violated, and relegated to the margins of organizational life. These interpersonal indignities range from subtle social slights to general incivility to blatant harassment and violence. Professor Cortina's scholarship spans the full spectrum, with a particular focus on sexual harassment and workplace incivility.
Her publications number over 100. In recognition of unusual and outstanding contributions to the field, she has been named Fellow of the American Psychological Association and the Society for Industrial/Organizational Psychology.
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Location
Rowe Management building, room 3089, or online via Microsoft Teams (email adrmgmt@dal.ca for the meeting link)
Additional Information
Faculty, staff and students are welcome
Contact
Email: adrmgmt@dal.ca