Work-Life Programs and Organizational Culture: The Essence of Workplace Community

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Title: Work-Life Programs and Organizational Culture: The Essence of Workplace Community
Language: English
Authors: Chalofsky, Neal, Griffin, Mary Gayle
Source: Online Submission. 2005.
Peer Reviewed: N
Page Count: 7
Publication Date: 2005
Document Type: Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Organizational Culture, Organizational Change, Human Resources, Labor Force Development, Work Environment, Adult Education
Geographic Terms: Maryland
Abstract: HRD can have a humanistic impact on organizations through influence on the values embedded in the organization culture. One approach is through work-life policies and programs, which have become synonymous with humane, employee-friendly organizations. This paper will address the elements of a humane organizational culture, based on research of the recipients of the Award of Excellence from the Maryland Alliance for Work-life. The concept of workplace community will also be discussed.
Abstractor: Author
Number of References: 20
Entry Date: 2006
Accession Number: ED492293
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:HRD can have a humanistic impact on organizations through influence on the values embedded in the organization culture. One approach is through work-life policies and programs, which have become synonymous with humane, employee-friendly organizations. This paper will address the elements of a humane organizational culture, based on research of the recipients of the Award of Excellence from the Maryland Alliance for Work-life. The concept of workplace community will also be discussed.