The implications of this research extend beyond the realm of prison chaplaincy, offering insights into broader themes such as corporate social responsibility (CSR), human resources, labor relations, and organization development (OD). By understanding the experiences of chaplains within governmental correctional institutions, this study contributes to discussions surrounding talent acquisition, workplace diversity, and the ethical responsibilities of organizations operating within the criminal justice system.The implications of this research extend beyond the realm of prison chaplaincy, offering insights into broader themes such as corporate social responsibility (CSR), human resources, labor relations, and organization development (OD). By understanding the experiences of chaplains within governmental correctional institutions, this study contributes to discussions surrounding talent acquisition, workplace diversity, and the ethical responsibilities of organizations operating within the criminal justice system
Through the use of narrative qualitative methods, including storytelling-type interviews and post-narrative analysis, the voices of the participating chaplains are authentically captured. Readers gain access to the biographical episodic experiential stories of chaplains, presented in a compelling Terryan style chronological restorying format, which enhances the richness and authenticity of the research findings
Larry P. Snow
Human Resources Workplace Diversity Prison Administration Prison Chaplains Correctional Institutions Lived Experiences