Women and Leadership: Research, Theory, and Practice is a new series of books being published to inform leadership scholars and practitioners. This publishing project represents a synergistic initiative involving the International Leadership Association, Information Age Publishing, and three leadership scholars (Drs. Faith Wambura Ngunjiri, Susan R. Madsen, and Karen A. Longman); the series emerged from the expanding work of ILA’s Women and Leadership Affinity Group.

The overall series is cross-disciplinary and represents organizational/institutional, national, and international perspectives. Each volume focuses on a specific theme, with chapters related to relevant research, theory, and practice. Across the series, a goal is to enhance knowledge and application about the leadership experiences and leadership development of women in different sectors, geographic regions, and personal/professional contexts.

The intended audiences for volumes include: (1) leadership scholars, researchers, educators, and leadership development practitioners; and (2) future, emerging, and current leaders in various sectors. Volume editors and chapter authors are committed to speaking clearly and confidently about the theory, research, and best practices in a voice that is understood by readers across a variety of settings. Research reported must be grounded in and consistent with the best and latest research.