"A thoroughly researched, courageous critique of organizational practices and their impact on women and human flourishing. A must-read for women in Christian organizations."

"While many leaders of missional organizations no doubt want their organizations to be places of flourishing for both women and men, how to intentionally enable this is not always clear. Help is at hand! Birmingham and Sallinen Simard, in bringing us their belonging culture framework, detail six areas that, taken together, demystify what such a place of flourishing might look like and how to lead into it. Richly illustrated with research findings, stories, indicators, and examples, Creating Cultures of Belonging is essential reading for leaders seeking to transform their organizations in this important area."

"The collective wisdom and practical guidance that these experienced women bring will be a gift to your organizations. As a Latina pastor, activist, neighbor, and mother, I wish there were more institutions that were intentional about keeping talent."

"This work of research and personal insight has the power to help Christians build inclusive work cultures where everyone belongs and everyone thrives. Throughout this book, Birmingham and Simard shine a light on where organizational faith leaders have missed the mark and how they can correct course. This is an important paradigm-shifting book that can transform not just organizations but readers."

"In Creating Cultures of Belonging, the authors begin by calling out the institutionalized misogyny that too often oppresses women in our organizational contexts. Then they articulate a comprehensive and compelling blueprint for organizational transformation—one that engages every aspect of organizational life, including theology, leadership, policy, culture, and more. If you long to see your organization become a place where both women and men can truly belong, this is the book for you."