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August 19th, 2024
Explora Science reviews The Queen Bee phenomenon
August 19, 2024
Belle Derks, Colette Van Laar, & Naomi Ellemers. (2026). The Queen Bee Phenomenon: Why Women Leaders Distance Themselves from Junior Women".
Abstract
The article examines the "Queen Bee" phenomenon where women in leadership roles in male-dominated organizations distance themselves from junior women and potentially perpetuate gender inequality. The authors argue that this phenomenon is not a source of gender bias but a consequence of gender discrimination that senior women face within the workplace.
Introduction
Despite advancements in female participation in the workforce and academia, women remain underrepresented in top executive positions globally. The Queen Bee phenomenon suggests that senior women in male-dominated organizations may adapt to male standards and practices, distancing themselves from junior women and reinforcing gender hierarchies.
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