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I continue to receive countless asks to speak on panels, keynote events, and sit on juries. When asked, my response always starts as follows:

“Thank you for reaching out. If I attend this event, I ask that 13% of all others included in this event are Black. 13% represents the total percentage of Black people in the US, and this should be a simple and fair ask, to ensure that this event is diverse. If you find this to be a difficult ask, I have a list of 20+ individuals that you can reach out to, in order to help find this talent.”

My list is only junior and mid-level talent. This is to make sure that we are creating more opportunities for those that need it.

This very simple ask changed the landscape of several events I took part in. There were only 2 events that could not meet this ask; One of them made it to 12% the evening before I had to speak, so I pulled out of the event entirely.

Anyone can make this ask. I have non-poc friends that have made this very request.

If they can’t meet this ask, DO NOT ATTEND the event. This is not a difficult requirement to meet.

#13percentrule
#DiversityStillMatters

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