Developments in gender and leadership: introducing a new 'inclusive' model

摘要

Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to assess developments in gender and leadership since 1995. Design/methodology/approach - The author reflects on how she developed her work as an organisational psychologist during this time and introduces an "inclusive" model of leadership. Findings - Statistics regarding the intransigence in progress in the representation of women means there is little to celebrate. Originality/value - The paper offers suggestions as to how gender bias in leadership can be eliminated or reduced.