Barriers Quote by Susan Wojcicki
“Underrepresented employees already have to overcome discriminatory barriers in their careers; they shouldn't be expected to volunteer their time to help their companies do the same.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public remarks on workplace equity, 2022
Highlights that underrepresented staff already face bias and shouldn't be burdened with extra unpaid work for diversity.
In simple terms: Don't add extra volunteer expectations on already marginalized workers.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for systemic support, not extra unpaid labor.
Themes
equity
diversity
workplace
fairness
Mood
concerned
hopeful
Type
advocacy
policy
When to use this quote
- HR policies
- team projects
- corporate training
Key Concepts
systemic bias
volunteerism
resource allocation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can companies share diversity work equitably?
- What support structures are needed?
A Different Perspective
May ignore resource constraints of organizations.
