Gastvortrag von Ilka Gleibs am 27.05.2024

12. April 2024, von Alexander Bodansky

Am 27.05.24 (14:15-15:45 Uhr, Raum 2101/2105 im VMP5) wird Frau Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ilka Gleibs (London School of Economics and Political Science) im Rahmen des Forschungskolloquiums einen Vortrag zu dem Thema "Understanding crisis management through social identity leadership." halten.

Abstract: The current global landscape, shaped by the Covid-19 pandemic, ongoing conflicts, economic challenges, and climate threats, underscores a period of multiple crises. Effective crisis management requires adept leadership, particularly in guiding societal responses and alleviating emotional distress associated with crises (Goldman et al., 2014; Leung et al., 2022). Social identity theory, rooted in the understanding of group memberships and their significance, provides valuable insights into crisis leadership (Haslam et al., 2022). In times of crisis, leaders must cultivate shared group identities among citizens to foster collective engagement and responsibility (Haslam et al., 2020). This shared identity is crucial for promoting adherence to crisis mitigation measures and fostering adaptability among populations (van Bavel et al., 2022). Based on our previous work around the Ukraine war (Gleibs, Bachmann & Rüsch, 2024) and during the Covid-19 crisis (Gleibs, Mühlemann, & Heliot, 2024), we develop a model of social identity leadership for crisis. This examines how crisis management hinges on understanding social psychological theories of leadership that emphasizes the importance of collective responses and shared identities in navigating crises. Thus, effective crisis leadership faces challenges in maintaining inclusivity and sustainability over time and leaders must navigate fault lines and diverse realities sensitively to sustain collective identities and promote collective action. Continued research and adaptive leadership strategies are essential for addressing the multifaceted challenges.