3 posts tagged with "diversity"

In the ever-evolving world of technology, few names shine as beacons of both innovation and social advocacy quite like Timnit Gebru. A prominent figure in the fields of artificial intelligence and ethics in technology, Gebru is not only a trailblazer in programming but also a staunch advocate for equality and civil rights.

The software industry has a diversity problem. Specifically that there isn't much diversity at all. We are also living in a time where we are hearing about project maintainers engaging in targeted harassment against minorities. This is a problem that we need to address. Why do we as a community have to deal with this, and how can we as maintainers help? Trying to fix a broken system is not a solution, but trying to make it better is the first step.

What is a Marginalized Community?​

Marginalized communities are populations that are often by society or victims of targeted violence. These communities have the most difficulty accessing resources. Minority groups or underrepresented populations often fall under this category.

Marginalized persons have difficulties in accessing resources because they are seen as second class citizens. They have to fight to maintain their status in society, and this is why there is so much violence within these communities. Marginalization has a huge effect on the mental and physical health of these people and can even lead to death for some people.