Embracing uniqueness: The underpinnings of a positive climate for diversity

Journal of Occupational and Organizational Psychology

Volumn 86, Issue 2, 2013, Pages 264-282

  Groggins, Ashley ^a   Ryan, Ann Marie ^b  

^a Peckham Inc   (United States)

^b MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY   (United States)

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EID: 84876449911     PISSN: 09631798     EISSN: 20448325     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1111/joop.12008     Document Type: Article

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