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Work–life balance for native and migrant scholars in German academia: meanings and practices
Gewinner, Irina
2019In Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
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Abstract :
[en] Purpose The purpose of this paper is to address notions and practices relating to work–life balance for native German scholars and researchers who have migrated from the former Soviet Union (FSU). Issues will be explored from a cultural perspective, identifying culturally based interpretations of work–life balance. Design/methodology/approach Foregrounded in a diversity approach, this empirical study draws upon explorative interviews to discuss work–life balance in German academia. To overcome monocultural observations, 25 German scholars and 11 researchers originating from the FSU were interviewed, all of whom are highly skilled female scholars. Findings Findings demonstrate that individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds can perceive huge differences in identical working conditions. The study links meanings of work–life balance with individual practices and identifies key components of work–life balance within this population. It also discusses the decisions that scholars make about starting families or remaining childless for the sake of their careers. Originality/value This study is the first of its kind in Germany, and represents a strong implication for policies and their evaluation. It identifies the crucial role played by culturally rooted notions relating to work–life balance practices.
Disciplines :
Sociology & social sciences
Author, co-author :
Gewinner, Irina ;  University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Language and Literature, Humanities, Arts and Education (FLSHASE) > Education, Culture, Cognition and Society (ECCS)
External co-authors :
no
Language :
English
Title :
Work–life balance for native and migrant scholars in German academia: meanings and practices
Publication date :
2019
Journal title :
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
ISSN :
1758-7093
Publisher :
Emerald Group Publishing, United Kingdom
Peer reviewed :
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