[edited for typos] I am 100% for actual opportunity for all people, but sadly diversity and inclusion has become a code word today for tribalism/identifying people who have "progressive" political views and subscribe to it as a religion. When you have double standards and don't walk the walk it takes away the moral high ground. I've seen too many of the vocal Diversity and Inclusion types go after women, minorities etc. who truly grew up with every disadvantage because they do not have the correct political/ progressive pseudo religious beliefs. And when they go after these individuals, they try to destroy their career, their reputation, character etc.. Actions speak louder than words and for these types there is a big disconnect between the two.
Looking at the numbers, my first thought was that it's fairly diverse as is, and apparently it's getting more diverse. 8% LGBT or trans+ is way higher than I would expect.
Black employees being 4% sounds like little, but it's not exactly Facebook's fault that African Americans have been marginalized for a long time; the important thing is that they're giving everyone a chance. But that does not mean just hiring blindly if the market is not able to provide the candidates they are looking for.
It's sad to hear about bullying still happening - you'd think FB culture would be beyond that. It's also worth noting that people are generally hypersensitive these days, so what is considered bullying by someone is seen as innocent by others.
At some point you have to toughen up and handle some criticism and not see it as bullying (although I'm not saying that's necessarily the case here).
lgleason|7 years ago
sgt|7 years ago
Black employees being 4% sounds like little, but it's not exactly Facebook's fault that African Americans have been marginalized for a long time; the important thing is that they're giving everyone a chance. But that does not mean just hiring blindly if the market is not able to provide the candidates they are looking for.
It's sad to hear about bullying still happening - you'd think FB culture would be beyond that. It's also worth noting that people are generally hypersensitive these days, so what is considered bullying by someone is seen as innocent by others.
At some point you have to toughen up and handle some criticism and not see it as bullying (although I'm not saying that's necessarily the case here).
NathanCH|7 years ago
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