Organizational Strategies to Combat Workplace Bullying and Foster Inclusion
A special issue of Social Sciences (ISSN 2076-0760). This special issue belongs to the section "Work, Employment and the Labor Market".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 90
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Workplace bullying remains a pervasive issue across industries, with far-reaching consequences for employee well-being, organisational performance, and societal equity. At the same time, fostering inclusion has emerged as a critical organizational priority, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives and equitable practices. This Issue invites interdisciplinary perspectives, integrating insights from psychology, organizational behaviour, sociology, and management to tackle these challenges holistically. The aim of this Special Issue on organisational strategies to combat workplace bullying and foster inclusion is to explore innovative and evidence-based approaches to creating safer, more inclusive workplaces.
Submissions are encouraged to address proactive strategies that organisations can adopt to mitigate bullying, including robust reporting mechanisms, leadership training, and the development of supportive workplace cultures. Equally, contributions that explore frameworks for fostering inclusion, such as inclusive leadership, equity-focused policy development, and team-building interventions, are welcomed. Case studies, empirical research, theoretical models, and practice-based insights will shed light on how these issues intersect, particularly in addressing systemic barriers that disproportionately affect marginalised groups. By focusing on actionable strategies, this Issue seeks to bridge the gap between research and practice, offering pathways for organizations to move beyond compliance toward cultivating environments that prioritize respect, dignity, and belonging for all employees.
Dr. Annabelle Neall
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- workplace bullying
- workplace harassment
- evidence-based interventions
- inclusion
- employee-well-being
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