It begs the question of whether some companies believe that having a diversity, equity and inclusion position, and having a Black person fill it, addresses the DEI issue in its entirety.
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I always wanted to build roller coasters when I grew up. I went on Google and asked ‘Who designs roller coasters?’, and it said ‘An engineer.’
A person can have Black friends, live in a diverse city, go to lunch with their Black co-workers, be hugged on stage by a Black woman, and still harbor racist views, whether they know it or not.
Create a network and connect with individuals in the field. Your grades are important, but making your presence felt is the most crucial factor. And add as much experience as possible to whatever education you access.
I think more minorities in the field would definitely be a blessing. There are so many opportunities out here now and people are realizing that there isn’t diversity; so they want to embrace it.