Action Quote by Kimberly Bryant
“I don't think quotas are necessarily an evil. I think when we look at industry in general back to the '60s and the '50s, the way more diverse people like my dad and mom's generation were able to break into industry was because of affirmation action, because of quotas.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Tech Diversity Conference, 2020, on affirmative action in tech industry
Quotas can be a tool for increasing diversity and correcting historic inequities
In simple terms: Quotas help diversify workplaces
Key Takeaway
Support policies that promote equitable opportunities
Themes
diversity
equity
affirmative action
Mood
thoughtful
balanced
Type
policy
social
When to use this quote
- hiring practices
- policy debates
- corporate training
- educational outreach
Key Concepts
social justice
industry history
Questions to Reflect On
- How can quotas be implemented fairly?
- What alternatives exist to achieve diversity?
A Different Perspective
Quotas may provoke backlash or be seen as unfair by some stakeholders
