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Format: 1 online resource (256 pages)

Edition: 1st ed. 2024.

ISBN: 9783031527951 , 303152795X

Series Statement: Palgrave Studies in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenization in Business,

Content: This book addresses the most pressing and current work-life issues that are impacting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in organisations across the Asia-Pacific. It is organised around three major themes: (1) Work-life equality and justice; (2) Technology, work, and family; and (3) Work-life values and trends in Asia, all of which will be discussed in relation to EDI. Issues concerning the work-life interface are closely intertwined with issues relating to EDI-for example, labour market inequalities are often fuelled by the interplay of gender, race, and family circumstances. Yet, comparatively lesser attention has been given to the non-work aspects (particularly, the family context) in research on the work-life interface and contemporary EDI issues. Breaking away from a predominantly Western perspective, this book offers fresh insights and empirical evidence, shedding light on the most urgent and critical work-life challenges faced by people in the Asia-Pacific. It also provides deep understanding of the broader social, economic, and political environments shaping work-life trends. It appeals to researchers and practitioners interested in topics related to human functioning and flourishing at work, at home, and in society. Dr. Xi Wen (Carys) Chan is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Employment Relations and Human Resources at Griffith Business School, Griffith University, Australia. Dr. Sudong Shang is Lecturer in the Department of Employment Relations and Human Resources at Griffith Business School, Griffith University, Australia. Professor Luo Lu is Chair and Distinguished Professor in the Department of Business Administration at National Taiwan University, Taipei, Taiwan. .

Note: Chapter 1. Advancing work-life equality and justice in the Asia-Pacific: Insights from Australia -- Chapter 2. The rise of flexible working in Southeast Asia: Insights from Thailand and the Philippines -- Chapter 3. Emerging Voice Mechanisms in Asian Gig Economies: Implications for Gig Workers' Work and Life -- Chapter 4. Work, life and Artificial Intelligence (AI): Emerging findings from Asia -- Chapter 5. Negotiating Mental Loads, Gender Norms and Societal Expectations: How Working Mothers in Singapore Solicit Support over Reddit -- Chapter 6. Technology, identity and older workers' work-life decisions: Insights from the Australian transport and logistics sector -- Chapter 7. The Maternal Forge: Crafting Career Resilience Through Motherhood Experiences -- Chapter 8. Understanding Careers in China: The Relevance of Evolving work-life Values and Culture -- Chapter 9. Post-pandemic workplace practices and their impact on the work-life experiences of global virtual teams: Insights from the Asia-Pacific region.

Additional Edition: ISBN 9783031527944

Additional Edition: ISBN 3031527941

Language: English

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-52795-1

URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-52795-1

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Format: xxvii, 239 pages , illustrations , 22 cm

ISBN: 9783031527944 , 3031527941

Series Statement: Palgrave studies in equity, diversity, inclusion, and indigenization in business

Content: "This book addresses the most pressing and current work-life issues that are impacting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in organisations across the Asia-Pacific. It is organised around three major themes: (1) Work-life equality and justice; (2) Technology, work, and family; and (3) Work-life values and trends in Asia, all of which will be discussed in relation to EDI. Issues concerning the work-life interface are closely intertwined with issues relating to EDI -- for example, labour market inequalities are often fuelled by the interplay of gender, race, and family circumstances. Yet, comparatively lesser attention has been given to the non-work aspects (particularly, the family context) in research on the work-life interface and contemporary EDI issues. Breaking away from a predominantly Western perspective, this book offers fresh insights and empirical evidence, shedding light on the most urgent and critical work-life challenges faced by people in the Asia-Pacific. It also provides deep understanding of the broader social, economic, and political environments shaping work-life trends. It appeals to researchers and practitioners interested in topics related to human functioning and flourishing at work, at home, and in society." --

Note: Includes bibliographical references and index

Additional Edition: ISBN 9783031527951

Language: English

Keywords: Asien ; Work-Life-Balance ; Gleichberechtigung ; Vielfalt ; Inklusion ; Aufsatzsammlung

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Format: 1 online resource (256 pages)

Edition: First edition.

ISBN: 3-031-52795-X

Series Statement: Palgrave Studies in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Indigenization in Business Series

Note: Intro -- Foreword -- Acknowledgements -- About this Book -- Contents -- Editors and  Contributors -- About the Editors -- Contributors -- Abbreviations -- List of Figures -- List of Tables -- Part I Work-Life Equality and Justice -- 1 Advancing Work-Life Equality and Justice in the Asia-Pacific: Insights from Australia -- Introduction -- Cultural and Economic Background -- Legal Developments -- Employer Policies and Practices -- The Role of the COVID-19 Pandemic -- Discussion -- References -- 2 The Rise of Flexible Working in Southeast Asia: Insights from Thailand and the Philippines -- Introduction -- The BPO Industry and the Rise of Remote Work: An Overview -- The Philippines -- Thailand -- Flexible Work Arrangements in Southeast Asian BPO Organisations -- The Philippines -- Thailand -- The Role of Individual Differences in Flexible Work-Life Experiences -- The Philippines -- Thailand -- Comparisons between The Philippines and Thailand on BPO Employees' Work-Life Experiences -- Implications and Future Research Directions for Flexible Work in BPO -- Conclusion -- References -- 3 Emerging Voice Mechanisms in Asian Gig Economies: Implications for Gig Workers' Work and Life -- Introduction -- The Gig Economy -- The Gig Workers -- Gig Work in Asia -- Voice Mechanisms for Gig Workers -- Platforms' Mechanisms -- Gig Worker Unions -- Social Media (SM) -- Barriers to Gig Workers' Voice -- Conclusion -- References -- Part II Technology, Work, and Family -- 4 Work, Life, and Artificial Intelligence (AI): Emerging Findings from Asia -- Introduction -- AI and Work: Friend or Foe? -- Advantages of AI for Work -- Disadvantages of AI for Work -- AI and Life: Utopian or Dystopian Paths? -- Advantages of AI for Life -- Disadvantages of AI for Life -- Implications for Wellbeing, the Work-Life Interface and Workplace Equity -- Conclusion -- References. , 5 Negotiating Mental Loads, Gender Norms, and Societal Expectations: How Working Mothers in Singapore Solicit Support over Reddit -- Introduction -- Working Mothers in Singapore -- Changing Dynamics of Motherhood in Modern Society -- Rise of Online Forums as Support Spaces -- Methods -- Sampling -- Data Analysis Method -- Findings -- Uneven Distribution of Mental Load and Gender Inequalities in Household and Childcare Division -- Expectation Asymmetry, Communication, and Compromise -- Complexities and Difficulties in Sharing the Load -- Complexities of Full-Time Working Parenthood: Dilemmas, Conflicts, and Judgment -- Outsourcing of Care as a "Necessity" in Working Parenthood -- Concerns and Critiques Surrounding Full-Time Working Parenthood and the Practice of Outsourcing Care -- Strategies for Managing the Demands of Working Parenthood/Motherhood -- Strategy: Self-Compassion and Managing Expectations -- Priorities and Tradeoffs -- Discussion -- Conclusion -- References -- 6 Technology, Identity and Older Workers' Work-Life Decisions: Insights from the Australian Transport and Logistics Sector -- Introduction -- The Ageing Workforce Problem in the Australian T& -- L Sector -- Digital Transformation in the Australian T& -- L Sector -- Literature Review -- Ageing at Work -- Ageing-Related Challenges -- Ageing-Related Advantages -- Work-Life Balance and Motivation of Older Workers -- Age-Sensitive HR Policies -- Technology-Driven Organizational Change and Older Workers -- Research Data -- Findings -- The Implications of Workplace Digital Transformation -- Digital Transformation Challenges the Occupational Identity of Older Workers -- Implications for Organisations -- Conclusion -- References -- Part III Work-Life Values and Trends in Asia -- 7 The Maternal Forge: Crafting Career Resilience Through Motherhood Experiences. , Multifaceted Motherhood Challenges in Taiwan: Resilience as the Way Out -- Crafting Career Resilience Through Motherhood Experiences -- Adversities Arising from Motherhood's Impact on Career Development -- Adversities Arising from Workplace Maternity Bias -- From Adversity to Resilience: Interpreting the Dual Dynamics of Career and Motherhood in Personal Narratives -- Cultivating Long-Term Resilient Energy Amidst Personal and Professional Adversities -- Sustained Resilient Energy Development: Balancing Immediate Success and Long-Term Aspirations -- Conclusion -- References -- 8 Understanding Careers in China: The Relevance of Evolving Work-Life Values and Culture -- Introduction -- Defining Careers in China -- Theoretical Perspectives in the Careers Research -- Changing Perceptions of Work and Careers in China -- The Evolving Relationship Between Chinese Organisations and Careers -- Intersections of Politics and Careers in China -- Societal Changes and Career Aspirations in Modern China -- The Sustainability of the Chinese Career Ecosystem -- Discussion and Conclusions -- References -- 9 Post-pandemic Workplace Practices and Their Impact on the Work-Life Experiences of Global Virtual Teams: Insights from the Asia-Pacific Region -- Introduction -- Waves of Changes in Virtual Work -- Advantages of Virtual Work -- Challenges of Virtual Work -- Virtual Work Research -- Global Virtual Teams -- Insights from China -- Implications for Work and Life -- Post-Pandemic Future of Work -- References -- Index.

Additional Edition: ISBN 3-031-52794-1

Language: English