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This Open access book explains that at the core of institutional theories, ‘values’ is a central term and figures in most definitions; however it remains understudied and under-explored. The Editors of this contributed volume identify a resurgence of interest in the values-construct which underpins discussions of identity, ‘ethos’ and the purpose/nature of public and civic welfare provision. Considering the importance of values and values work to social, material and symbolic work in organizations, chapters explore values work as performed in organizations and by leaders. Using interpretive, in-depth studies focusing on practices of values work, the book applies and combines different theoretical lenses exemplified by the integration of institutional perspectives with micro-level perspectives and approaches.