Amplifying the Voices of Doctoral Research Scholars by Examining Liderazgo, Latinas, y Educación

Abstract

With diversity, equity, and inclusion being critical factors in diversifying leadership, individuals from marginalized communities frequently face additional barriers to ascension to senior leadership roles. Studies focused on Latinas at the intersection of education and leadership advocate for an effective inclusion of developing safe spaces that nurture and support culturally responsive leaders along the P-20 educational continuum. This study seeks to explore these gendered trends in traditional leadership roles by employing an argumentative literature review of 20 doctoral level dissertations published between 2013-2023 and present the findings inclusive of recommendations for educational stakeholders to expand the diversity of senior leaders. The analysis reveals the importance of how they demystify the leadership journey by clarifying elements of access and actively resisting the reproduction of a gendered, hegemonic culture in educational leadership careers by considering the advocacy and clarity that help guide one's career decisions.