Originally Posted by
Turbine70
I think this misses the point.
The purpose of diversity isn't or certainly should not be to accept inferior candidates from under represented groups.
The purpose is to develop a more diverse pipeline of candidates.
If only 5% of applicants are female, the objective must be to find ways to raise the number of suitable female applicants.
Once they have applied, the usual rules should apply.
Now that's a statement I can agree with 100%, its the best description I have heard on what is meant to happen!