Impactos psicossociais da religiosidade no ambiente de trabalho

Abstract

The objective of this study was to conduct an integrative literature review to analyze the psychosocial impacts of religiosity in the workplace. We investigated how religious beliefs and practices influence organizational dynamics, the social identity of employees, their sense of belonging, and the quality of interpersonal relationships. A total of 8 studies published between 2015 and 2025 that met our eligibility criteria were selected and examined using a Thematic Content Analysis technique. The discussion was structured into three analytical categories: (1) the psychosocial meanings of religiosity in the organizational context, (2) the dynamics of inclusion, exclusion, and recognition in religiously plural environments, and (3) the impacts of religious expression on interpersonal relationships and organizational culture. The results indicated that religiosity may operate as a factor of emotional and motivational protection, strengthening engagement at work, but it can also generate conflicts, symbolic exclusions, and tensions in the organizational climate when there is no openness to religious diversity. However, the scarcity of empirical studies on the subject indicates the need of further research that should consider hierarchical function, organizational culture, and institutional policies on religious freedom. This work contributes to the understanding of the psychosocial effects of religiosity at work, which is critical for instating more inclusive and healthier work environments by considering and respecting cultural and spiritual diversity of workers.