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What is the distinction between diversity and inclusion, as explained by Tatiana Mack?
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Diversity is being invited to the party; inclusion is being asked to dance.
What is the purpose of the self-defined dictionary project introduced by Tatiana Mack?
It aims to lessen emotional labor on marginalized individuals by providing evolving definitions.
What is Tatiana Mack's perspective on how privilege should be utilized?
Privilege should be used responsibly as a platform that influences opportunities.
What challenges does Tatiana Mack associate with ignorance in the tech industry?
Ignorance serves as a barrier to recognizing and addressing biases within tech.
How does Tatiana Mack define privilege, and what are some common dimensions?
Privilege is defined as special rights or advantages for specific groups, including race, class, gender, etc.
Explain the concept of intersectionality introduced by Kimberlé Crenshaw.
Intersectionality addresses the overlapping and interdependent systems of discrimination or disadvantage.
Why is understanding implicit bias important according to Tatiana Mack?
Recognizing implicit bias is crucial for taking action towards justice.
Why does Tatiana Mack advocate for replacing empathy with trust and curiosity?
Trust and curiosity foster a better understanding of experiences beyond one's own.
How did Tatiana Mack's family business influence her skills and career path?
Her family's business in pre-press printing helped her learn design skills at a young age.
What career aspiration initially influenced Tatiana Mack's career journey, and who inspired it?
Tatiana Mack aspired to be a journalist, inspired by Christiane Amanpour.
In her conclusion, what does Tatiana Mack encourage attendees to do regarding their privileges?
She encourages them to reflect on their privileges and challenge biases in tech.
What does Tatiana Mack describe as the 'default settings' in tech, and why is this significant?
Default settings are typically white, wealthy, cis male, etc., revealing systemic biases in tech.
What realization led Tatiana Mack to take a break from her career after experiencing burnout?
She realized the importance of purpose and activism in her work, leading to a career break.
How does Tatiana Mack critique the concept of meritocracy in a capitalist society?
She notes that meritocracy perpetuates inequality and mentions its origins as satire.
What significant shift occurred in Tatiana Mack's career plans due to the 2008 American Recession?
Tatiana Mack shifted her career plans from journalism to design due to the 2008 American Recession.
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