My department hired me specifically to bring a different perspective as someone from a working-class background, but when I actually offer that perspective in meetings, there's this subtle pushback that makes it clear my ideas don't fit their culture. My manager says they value my input but nothing I suggest ever gets implemented.
More people experience this than they realize.
Being hired for difference but expected to assimilate creates an impossible position where authenticity becomes a professional liability.
“Where Are You with Human rights framework?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.