Interrogating strategies and policies to advance women in academic leadership: The case of Hong Kong

Interrogating strategies and policies to advance women in academic leadership: The case of Hong Kong

• Aiston, Sarah Jane University of Birmingha
• Fo, Chee Kent
• Law, Wing Wah Faculty of Education, University of Hong Kong

Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, 42(3), 347-364, 2020

Routledge

2020

• R Educational Policy & Administration
  • RH Supervisors, School Principals & Administrators

Women Academics Leadership Equality Policy

• Hong Kong

• 1997.7 onwards

• Post-Secondary Education

The absence of women academics in the most senior ranks and leadership roles in higher education is both an international phenomenon and an enduring social justice issue. This article provides an original insight into the 'policy' response to the underrepresentation of women academics as senior leaders in three case-study universities in Hong Kong. Based on documentary analysis and interviews with 35 women academics, the research indicates: 'gaps' between institutions voicing a commitment to gender equality and actual practice; middle management being a 'sticking point' in bringing about cultural change; a lack of understanding by some male colleagues of the barriers women face in the profession; a rejection of positive or affirmative action by interviewees; and a policy context that is focused upon equal treatment. Copyright © Routledge.

• English

Journal Articles

• 1360080X

• 10.1080/1360080X.2020.1753393

https://bibliography.lib.eduhk.hk/en/bibs/aaf32e3e

2021-02-16