Call for Book Chapters: Advancing Women in Leadership: Shaping Pathways in the Political Arena

The International Leadership Association (ILA) & Information Age Publishing, Inc. (IAP) cordially invites researchers to contribute a chapter to the book "Advancing Women in Leadership: Shaping Pathways in the Political Arena" by December 1, 2016.

This volume is intended to bring together theory, research, and practical lessons for scholars, practitioners, and current and emerging leaders in the realm of political leadership. Whether local, municipality, state, province, national or international level, the volume will explore current research findings, development practices, pedagogy, and the lived experience to deliver provocative thinking that enhances leadership knowledge and improves leadership development of women around the world. 

Chapter authors could explore these questions, among others:

• What lessons can women with political aspirations learn from successful women politicians?
• What are the main barriers faced by women who have political aspirations?
• What mechanisms should be in place to assist women toward successful attainment of political leadership roles?
• What types of supports and networking opportunities are needed? How can these be provided?
• What other relevant questions does existing research on women and American politics answer or fail to answer?

If you have ideas about other relevant topics, please contact Dr. Dionne Rosser-Mims at drosser-mims@troy.edu.

Chapter proposals, due December 1, 2016, should include:

• Proposed chapter title
• Section of the book (individual, board, organization, or social and global environment) the chapter is to be considered for
• Author(s) name, title, full contact information, and institutional affiliation (if any) and identification of the corresponding author
• Detailed description of the chapter (500-700 words) including purpose, content, key features, and practical implications
• List of anticipated key references
• Short description of how the chapter will contribute to the section and the volume
• Short biography (50-100 words) of contributing authors.

Chapter approvals will be communicated to the author by January 2, 2017. Once a chapter proposal has been accepted, the completed manuscript should be approximately 25-30 pages (6,000-8,000 words), including figures, tables, and references. Manuscripts should be submitted electronically to the volume editors at drosser-mims@troy.edu no later than August 15, 2017.