Playing by the Rules: How Women Lead in Evangelical Mission Organizations

by Leanne M. Dzubinski

The purpose of this study was to understand how women lead and make meaning of their leadership in evangelical mission organizations. Twelve executive-level women were interviewed. They described how they came to lead and told stories of their successes and challenges. They also described their thoughts on why they were chosen to lead, and what it was like to be a woman leader in their organizations. Analysis of their stories revealed their challenges as well as organizations' ongoing ambivalence regarding women leaders. Conclusions from the study and suggestions for improved organizational practice are offered.

275 pages, Kindle Edition

Published March 8, 2021

Reviews

[Jenny Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a must read for male and female leaders in evangelical mission organizations. Leanne reports and evaluates how 12 female executives came to lead, how they lead, and their challenges along the way. It is important for female leaders in mission orgs to read and see that they are not alone and that the challenges are not their fault. It is imperative for male mission org leaders to read and to evaluate what part they have in creating change.