THE IMPACT OF FAMILY RESPONSIBILITIES THROUGH ORGANISATIONAL COMMITMENT ON TURNOVER INTENTIONS AND THE ROLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL SAFETY

Abstract

his study investigates the impact of family responsibilities on employee turnover intentions, mediated by organizational commitment and moderated by psychological safety within organizations in Pakistan, particularly in the IT and banking sectors. Recognizing the pressing challenge of turnover intentions, the research builds upon Social Exchange Theory to propose that family responsibilities serve as a significant motivational force, enhancing organizational commitment and reducing turnover intentions when employees perceive psychological safety. Using a quantitative, cross-sectional research design, data will be collected from 250 employees through a structured questionnaire. The findings are expected to affirm that employees with higher family responsibilities demonstrate lower turnover intentions, driven by stronger organizational commitment, especially when they experience supportive and psychologically safe environments. This research contributes to theory by extending the understanding of family-driven motivation and highlights practical strategies for organizations to retain employees by fostering family support and psychological safety, ultimately promoting organizational sustainability and competitiveness.

Keywords: Family Responsibilities; Organizational Commitment; Turnover Intension; Psychological Safety