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The Pursuit of Social Equity in the Federal Government: A Road Less Traveled?

Year: 2009

Type: article

Abstract: This descriptive study examines the extent to which the federal government has achieved social equity in its workforce. In particular, the author addresses the degree to which white women and people of color have been successful in reaching the upper, higher‐paying levels of nonpostal federal government jobs. The study shows that, with few exceptions, these groups, despite continued calls for greater equity, remain in lower‐level, lower‐paying, less prestigious jobs.

Source: Public Administration Review

DOI: 10.1111/j.1540-6210.2009.01984.x

Author: Norma M. Riccucci

Institution: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Language: English

Topic: Gender Diversity and Inequality

Subfield: Gender Studies

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Reduced inequalities, Gender equality, Decent work and economic growth, No poverty

Open Access status: bronze

Funder: Australian Government