Revolution 2.0

Introduction What does “Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” mean? Is it: A call for equal results, with nothing less being acceptable? A cry for equality under the law, reasonably equal opportunities, and visibility for everyone? Or, Empty virtue signalling, seeking attention and advantages for the signallers? That is the subject of today’s 10 minute episode. Continuing Let’s look at some definitions so that we can develop a shared vocabulary. I will start with the definitions used by  those who are pushing this triad as the path to fairness. Diversity is the presence of differences within a given setting referring to a diversity of identities, like race and gender, and, in some cases ethnicity, religion, nationality, or sexual orientation. Inclusion is about people with different identities feeling they are being valued, leveraged, and welcomed within a given setting (e.g., your team, workplace, or industry). Equity. An approach that ensures everyone access to the same opportunities. Equity recogn