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A Racist Smear. A Tarnished Career. And the Suicide of Richard Bilkszto.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 5379 implied HN points • 03 Aug 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Education DEI Race Tragedy
  1. Kike Ojo-Thompson claimed Canada is more racist than the United States.
  2. Richard Bilkszto challenged this claim and faced public shaming, leading to dire consequences.
  3. The tragic outcome underscores the potential real-world consequences of contentious diversity, equity, and inclusion training sessions.

Notes not from Cannes

Thoughts on Writing • 179 implied HN points • 24 Jun 24
🎭️ Culture Creativity Purpose Advertising Awards Diversity
  1. Purpose in marketing needs to be rigorously examined to ensure it genuinely makes a positive impact on society, beyond just emotional storytelling.
  2. Judges should be empowered to focus on creativity in awards, ensuring entries are judged based on creativity rather than personal criteria or biases.
  3. There is a concern that the focus on purpose and diversity in awards may be devaluing creativity and leading to work that is detached from what the public actually likes.

Weekend reads: Are diversity statements political litmus tests?

Lean Out with Tara Henley • 864 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity University Discrimination Inclusion Education
  1. Diversity statements in academia could be seen as political litmus tests that impact hiring practices.
  2. The assumptions behind diversity statements, such as addressing historical discrimination, should be open to debate.
  3. The discussion on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in academia should involve constructive dialogue and understanding of both sides' perspectives.

The Cultural Value Of Diversity in an Ecosystem

Midwest Humble • 13 implied HN points • 07 Feb 25
🎭️ Culture Diversity Innovation Leadership Community Ecosystems
  1. Working in diverse teams can spark more creativity and innovation. Different viewpoints help tackle problems better and serve a wider audience.
  2. Constraints can push individuals, especially women and diverse founders, to innovate and become more efficient. Working with less can lead to quicker, smarter decisions.
  3. The stories we tell about ourselves and our teams matter. It's important to focus on a positive narrative that encourages inclusion instead of letting negative beliefs hold us back.
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Google’s Woke AI Wasn’t a Mistake. We Know. We Were There.

Common Sense with Bari Weiss • 2040 implied HN points • 19 Mar 24
💼 Business Corporate culture Diversity Bias Tech industry
  1. Google's new AI tool, Gemini, produced biased results in image searches, reflecting the larger issue of the company's culture prioritizing ideologies over excellence.
  2. Former Google employees, including high-profile individuals like Shaun Maguire, expressed concerns over Google's push for diversity, equity, and inclusion leading to compromises in quality and standards.
  3. The fallout from the Gemini AI debacle at Google highlighted the importance of balancing inclusivity with maintaining product quality and unbiased information for users.

The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is seeking a Principal DEI Advisor who understands that the Bank is like Tāne Mahuta, the God of the Forest. Should be a breeze in today’s climate.

A B’Old Woman • 479 implied HN points • 10 Mar 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Inclusion Workplace Public Service
  1. The Reserve Bank of New Zealand is hiring a Principal DEI Advisor who will integrate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within its policies. This role aims to apply various Māori worldviews alongside DEI concepts.
  2. There are concerns that implementing DEI may restrict freedom of speech in the workplace. Some employees feel pressured to conform to specific beliefs and are hesitant to share differing opinions.
  3. The effectiveness of DEI initiatives at the Reserve Bank is questioned, with calls for solid evidence to prove their benefits. There are doubts about whether these programs truly improve workplace culture and productivity.

The National Science Foundation and the fine line between anti-discrimination and flat-out racism

Heterodox STEM • 249 implied HN points • 26 Jan 25
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Civil Rights Diversity Government Policy Legal issues Social justice
  1. The National Science Foundation's GOLD program was created to boost diversity in geosciences but has faced criticism for possibly promoting discrimination instead of true inclusion.
  2. There have been incidents where events limited participation based on race, raising legal concerns about civil rights violations under federal law.
  3. Many diversity initiatives funded by the government need better oversight to ensure they don't violate civil rights, and it’s important for people to report any discrimination they encounter.

Woke and Weaponized Bureaucracy Pt. 1

Keep your Wokal_distance • 1081 implied HN points • 28 Feb 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Social justice Diversity
  1. Woke activists try to take over institutions and bureaucracies by controlling the ideas that govern them.
  2. Woke activists use DEI initiatives as a tactic to bring woke ideas into institutions and dominate their culture.
  3. DEI in woke ideology means focusing on physical and cultural differences, adjusting shares to make everyone equal, and creating a welcoming environment specifically for oppressed groups.

Hope is a Book In Hand

Street Smart Naturalist: Explorations of the Urban Kind • 359 implied HN points • 14 Mar 24
📚 Literature Author Events Diversity Storytelling
  1. Books have a powerful ability to help people understand and care about different experiences. They can bring hope in tough times, especially when diverse stories are told.
  2. Indigenous authors are important because they share stories that show their real lives, not just stereotypes. Their books help everyone learn about different cultures and perspectives.
  3. Seeing people come together at book events is inspiring. It reminds us that books can create community and spread joy and compassion.

Diversity Thursday

CDR Salamander • 963 implied HN points • 13 Jul 23
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Legislation Military Social justice Government
  1. Change can come suddenly, like the amendments to promote a cohesive and inclusive military force.
  2. A law bans using federal funds for certain divisive ideologies in the military, sparking optimism for change.
  3. Elimination of certain diversity-related positions and the restriction on funding for specific programs signal a shift in defense priorities.

Diversity Inclusion Equity as bureaucratic pathology

Not On Your Team, But Always Fair • 943 implied HN points • 25 May 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Diversity Bureaucracy Authority
  1. Bureaucracy can be both useful and pathological, making it tricky to assess and deploy.
  2. Bureaucracy focuses on tasks rather than outcomes, leading to inefficiencies.
  3. Diversity-Inclusion-Equity (DIE) programs in bureaucracies can lead to spending on bureaucracy, hoarding authority, and protecting against competence complexities.

Why Was This Groundbreaking Study on DEI Silenced?

Unsafe Science • 348 implied HN points • 27 Nov 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Equity Inclusion Media Research Policy
  1. A recent study showed that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs might increase hostility and promote extreme views instead of helping people be more understanding. This is concerning because these programs are widely used in schools and workplaces.
  2. Major media outlets like The New York Times and Bloomberg chose not to report on this study, which raises questions about their independence and if they are protecting certain narratives instead of sharing important information.
  3. The findings of the study suggest that DEI trainings can lead to misunderstandings and foster negative attitudes towards others, rather than solving issues of bias and inequality.

Zuckerberg cancelling DEI is a grim day for work

Make Work Better • 212 implied HN points • 12 Jan 25
💼 Business Diversity Leadership Corporate culture Tech industry
  1. Zuckerberg's decision to end DEI programs may reduce workplace diversity and understanding, which can negatively affect decision-making and empathy towards customers.
  2. Critics argue that recent attacks on diversity initiatives are misguided and ignore the historical disadvantages some groups face in society.
  3. There is a growing concern that the economic landscape will change, with a shift towards taxing corporations more than individuals due to the rise of AI technology.

'We like to challenge our audiences'

NN Journal • 536 implied HN points • 20 Jan 24
🎭️ Culture Theatre Performing Arts Entertainment Diversity Audience engagement
  1. White Cobra theater company founders aim to challenge their audiences with serious plays alongside lighter shows
  2. The company tours across the UK, exploring different locations and building a local following
  3. Richard and Kate, the founders, prioritize audience enjoyment over financial gain and work with a mix of professionals and local talent

Musings on Martians and Minority Membership (in the Lit Mag Context)

Lit Mag News Roundup • 786 implied HN points • 19 Oct 23
📚 Literature Fiction Writing Authorship Representation Diversity
  1. Some literary journals have policies about who can write about underrecognized groups in fiction.
  2. Editors may question the plausibility of certain characteristics or experiences of fictional characters from underrecognized groups.
  3. Gatekeeping around stories of fictional underrecognized group members raises questions about equity and creativity in literary spaces.

Who is a scientist?

Science Forever • 338 implied HN points • 22 Feb 24
🔬 Science Diversity Philosophy Collaboration Policy Education
  1. Recognizing and valuing collaboration between Western and indigenous scientists is essential in making groundbreaking discoveries.
  2. The definition of a scientist can vary from narrow to broad, but ultimately, anyone contributing to the scientific enterprise is considered a scientist.
  3. Being a scientist is not limited to just lab work; it encompasses various roles like science policy, communication, illustration, and education.

Disaffected Episode 155: January 20, 2024

Disaffected Newsletter • 419 implied HN points • 22 Jan 24
🇺🇸 U.S. Politics Diversity Crisis
  1. The FAA is hiring people with various disabilities for diversity, which some view as misplaced priorities given current aviation issues.
  2. There is a discussion on the rise of wokery and whether it's still growing or starting to fade.
  3. Many people go through a grieving process when they realize their parents may not be who they thought they were, facing the 'death' of an illusion.

The Future of Travel Writing

Talking Travel Writing • 648 implied HN points • 03 Oct 23
🏝 Travel Future Narrative Diversity Evolution
  1. The future of travel writing involves a shift towards more diverse voices and a focus on sustainability and responsible travel.
  2. Guidebooks of the future will prioritize providing a human context to travel experiences that AI cannot offer.
  3. Travel writing is expected to see a resurgence, with an emphasis on self-reflection, diversity, and challenging traditional travel norms.

New survey finds workplace culture is top ask of our jobs

Make Work Better • 98 implied HN points • 10 Feb 25
💼 Business Workplace culture Employee Wellbeing Diversity Work-life balance
  1. Workplace culture is the most important factor for employees when choosing jobs. Most workers want to feel valued and included.
  2. Wellbeing is now a major concern at work, with many people saying it drives success. Work-life balance is seen as a big challenge.
  3. A lot of workers care about how they are treated at work and believe diverse leadership is important for the future.

How Leaders Can Make the Open Door Policy, Inclusive

Thinking Through • 750 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
💼 Business Leadership Diversity Inclusion Teamwork Psychological safety
  1. Two things must be true for someone to take advantage of an open-door policy: self-confidence and psychological safety.
  2. Psychological safety in a team means feeling okay to take risks, express ideas, ask questions, and admit mistakes without fear of negative consequences.
  3. To build a psychologically safe environment, leaders can practice candidness, sharing mistakes, inclusive language, encouraging team input, and teaching team members to grow.

Of Course DEI Programming Should Be Seen As Psychological Interventions And Held To The Appropriate Standards

Singal-Minded • 1728 implied HN points • 24 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Diversity Psychology Standards Workplace Interventions
  1. Workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion programs are facing challenges and skepticism.
  2. DEI interventions should be seen as psychological interventions and held to appropriate standards to ensure they do not cause harm.
  3. There is a lack of formal and rigorous evaluation of DEI programs, which hinders the ability to determine their effectiveness.

Genius in turbulent times

Logging the World • 418 implied HN points • 05 Jul 23
🔬 Science Mathematics History Biology Diversity
  1. Genius can be found in lesser-known figures like Kolmogorov, who made significant contributions to mathematics and other fields.
  2. Kolmogorov's work on probability theory and the Kolmogorov-Arnold theorem had a lasting impact on mathematics and even underpins modern AI algorithms.
  3. Kolmogorov's life was not only marked by academic achievements but also by navigating personal challenges, such as opposing Lysenkoism and living as an openly gay man in Stalinist Russia.

The Most Important Meeting of Your Year

DruGroup • 79 implied HN points • 14 May 24
💼 Business Leadership Management Diversity Meetings Organizational Culture
  1. The nominating committee is super important because it decides who will lead in the future. The people you choose will shape the agenda and priorities for your group.
  2. Having a diverse group of nominees is crucial. It helps ensure that the leadership reflects different backgrounds and perspectives, making the organization stronger.
  3. Leading a nominating committee well can make a big impact. If you prepare properly and focus on the right issues, you'll set your organization up for success for a long time.