A feminist analysis of micro research on gender in organizations

Based on a survey of empirical research on gender in organizations published over a 20-year period, this paper argues that cumulatively, studies of sex difference tend to neglect organizational features. Drawing on concepts from feminist theory, we outline how greater attention to the links among gender, identity, and power in organizations would enrich the field. We conclude with examples of research that has retained a focus on the individual while incorporating analysis of the impact of organizational factors.