Very annoyed. Had a massive argument with DH about this.
He believes lack of representation in an industry is not a think it doesn’t dissuade people joining particular sectors.
He refuses to accept people may feel less confident or that they can achieve something when they don’t see themselves represented in a certain field or industry.
We discussed this in relation to both race and gender - my point being that a female going into a male dominated industry may affect her performance or even decision to go into that particular field - similarly a lack of representation of your race in a field or industry can do the same.
He said this is an excuse and only a very small part of the problem - the reason why certain groups are not represented is because of their upbringing and/or access to education or their preference and has little to do with anything else.
The conversation has got me very upset that he has these views and this mindset.
YABU - DH is right and lack of representation doesn’t play a part in your life/career choices or plays very little part
YANBU - DH is wrong and lack of representation obviously can affect your career and life choices
Has anyone ever felt the lack of representation of themselves affected their career and or life choices?