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The Legacy of Judith H. Katz: Organizational Change and Justice

The Palgrave Handbook of Organizational Change Thinkers

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This chapter is based on the pioneering work of Judith H. Katz, Ed.D. in systems change to address issues of racism and social justice and infuse organization development with these concepts to build inclusive organizations. The author describes Katz’s research, methodology, models, teaching, and client consultations in the field of applied behavioral science (ABS). The author reflects on implications and impact of Katz’s legacy, on future organization development practitioners, and the discourse on the role of organization development as a catalyst for racial and social justice.

When we try to bring about change in our societies, we are treated first with indifference, then with ridicule, then with abuse and then with oppression. And finally, the greatest challenge is thrown at us: We are treated with respect. This is the most dangerous stage. -A.T. Ariyarante

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  2. Columbia University , New York, New York, USA

    William A. Pasmore

  3. The George Washington University , College Park, Maryland, USA

    Mary A. Barnes

  4. Columbia University , New York, New York, USA

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Applegate, B. (2017). The Legacy of Judith H. Katz: Organizational Change and Justice. In: Szabla, D., Pasmore, W., Barnes, M., Gipson, A. (eds) The Palgrave Handbook of Organizational Change Thinkers. Palgrave Macmillan, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49820-1_83-2

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    Katz, Judith H., and Her Legacy: Organizational Change and Justice
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    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49820-1_83-3

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    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49820-1_83-2

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    Organizational Change and Justice: The Legacy of Judith H. Katz
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    DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-49820-1_83-1

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