Managing Diversity In Public Sector Workforces

Despite more recent attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels of the U.S. government, public sector workforces remain diverse, leaving public organizations and the field that studies them, public administration, to seek ways to maintain a dedication to social equity, while moving away polarizing terminology.Managing Diversity in Public Sector Workforces, Third Edition provides practitioners and students preparing to enter the public sector workplace with an understanding of the important role of diversity in government organizations, as well as up-to-date, practical tools and strategies for managing employees well. The book illustrates the challenges and best practices of managing a diverse workforce in the public sector, particularly the efforts of the Trump Administration to prohibit the use of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs.Using jargon-free, descriptive language, the book raises awareness, understanding, and appreciation for one of the most critical