The experience of spirituality in a multicultural and diverse work environment

van der Walt, Freda; de Klerk, Jeremias J.

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Title:	The experience of spirituality in a multicultural and diverse work environment
Authors:	van der Walt, Freda de Klerk, Jeremias J.
Year:	2015
Periodical:	African and Asian Studies (ISSN 1569-2094)
Volume:	14
Issue:	4
Pages:	253-288
Language:	English
Geographic term:	South Africa
Subjects:	spirituality organizations cultural pluralism work environment office workers
External link:	https://doi.org/10.1163/15692108-12341346
Abstract:	Worldwide, the study of spirituality is receiving increased attention, but very little is known about spirituality and its manifestation in African organizations. The aim of this research was to explore the experience of spirituality in a multicultural and diverse working environment, in order to enhance understanding of the functioning of spirituality in relation to diversity in the workplace. In particular, the study explores workplace spirituality from an individual and an organizational perspective within diverse organizations operating within a multicultural society. A cross-sectional study was conducted with a sample of 600 white collar workers from two organizations in different industries in South Africa. The research findings indicate that there is an inverse relationship between workplace spirituality and individual spirituality. Furthermore, the study confirmed that the experience of both personal and organizational spirituality is impacted by several diversity characteristics within a multicultural environment. In order to improve understanding of the experience of spirituality in multicultural societies and organizations, further empirical research is recommended. Globally, organizations need to realize the importance of embracing spirituality, in order to function effectively in a multicultural environment. Bibliogr., ref., sum. [Journal abstract]