Better Quote by Meryl Streep
“People at agencies and studios, including the parent boards, might look around the table at the decision-making level and feel something is wrong if half their participants are not women. Because our tastes are different, what we value is different. Not better, different.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Women in Media Panel, 2019
Diverse representation matters; gender balance brings different values, not superiority.
In simple terms: Gender diversity adds value, not superiority.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for balanced representation.
Themes
gender equity
diversity
media industry
Mood
thoughtful
hopeful
Type
activist
philosophical
When to use this quote
- casting decisions
- board meetings
- creative collaborations
Key Concepts
intersectionality
social justice
Questions to Reflect On
- How can organizations shift underlying biases?
- What concrete steps ensure inclusive decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Changing numbers alone doesn't change culture.