2021
DOI: 10.1057/s41268-021-00244-w
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Abstract: Voicing criticism seems to be a difficult task for employees in international organisations (IOs), as numerous anecdotes in the literature suggest. This observation is alarming, since internal criticism is an indispensable resource for organisational learning processes. So why are IOs apparently not using this resource to its full potential? The present article is the first to provide a comprehensive answer to this question by combining insights from organisation theory with an empirical case study of the UN S… Show more

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“…The functionality of organized hypocrisy for IOs has been addressed in several studies: By decoupling formulated principles and practical action, IOs ensure their organizational survival (Weaver 2008) and remain capable of action (Lipson 2007). At the same time, however, organized hypocrisy can also lead to problems within IOs (Christian 2022). Among other things, it can be assumed that perceived discrepancies between the organization's words and deeds evoke cynicism among IO staff.…”
Section: Cynicism In International Organizationsmentioning
confidence: 99%
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“…The functionality of organized hypocrisy for IOs has been addressed in several studies: By decoupling formulated principles and practical action, IOs ensure their organizational survival (Weaver 2008) and remain capable of action (Lipson 2007). At the same time, however, organized hypocrisy can also lead to problems within IOs (Christian 2022). Among other things, it can be assumed that perceived discrepancies between the organization's words and deeds evoke cynicism among IO staff.…”
Section: Cynicism In International Organizationsmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Many IOs are engaged in constant reform loops -"perpetual reform" in the words of Brunsson (2009, 1) -that produce little actual change. These countless (and failed) reform attempts in the history of the organization not only generate dissatisfaction among IO employees (Weaver 2008;Christian 2022) but can also lead to cynical attitudes toward future change initiatives. Ironically, cynicism can thus become a kind of self-fulfilling prophecy:…”
Section: Consequences: a "Cynicism Trap" In Iosmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Instead, the 'fear' of missing out has ingrained among employees. Diverse voices are often drowned out (Christian, 2022). Listening efforts on the part of employers have declined.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%