Inclusive Leadership and Communication: Fostering Organizational Culture

Abstract:

This research explores the symbiotic relationship between inclusive leadership, communication strategies, and positive organisational culture development. In an era where diversity and inclusion are pivotal for organisational success, effective leadership in cultivating inclusivity through communication takes centre stage. The literature review lays the groundwork for understanding inclusive leadership, organisational culture’s influence, and communication’s indispensable role in leadership effectiveness.

The study delves into the fusion of inclusive leadership and communication, elucidating inclusive communication and outlining key strategies such as active listening, transparent communication, and mitigating unconscious bias. Drawing insights from successful organisational case studies, the paper analyses specific communication tactics, distilling lessons from triumphs and challenges.

Additionally, the research explores communication skills that are imperative for leaders promoting diversity and inclusion, spotlighting emotional intelligence and cultural competence. The implications for leadership development stress the necessity of tailored training programs and integrating communication skills into leadership initiatives. The paper concludes by synthesising key findings, proposing future research directions, and issuing a call to action for leaders to prioritise inclusive communication, contributing to the ongoing discourse on creating workplaces that thrive on diversity and inclusion.

Keywords:

Inclusive leadership; communication strategies; organisational culture; diversity and inclusion; active listening; transparent communication; unconscious bias; case studies.

Citation: Sarita Manjari Prusti and Manas Ranjan Pradhan (2024). Inclusive Leadership and Communication: Fostering Organizational Culture. Horizon J. Hum. Soc. Sci. Res. 6 (S), 98–107. https://doi.org/10.37534/bp.jhssr.2024.v6.nS.id1257.p98