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When representation becomes a burden

I've been the 'diversity hire' poster child at three different companies and I'm starting to wonder if I've ever been chosen for just being good at my job.

Juana
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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The erosion of self-worth that comes from being valued primarily as a symbol rather than an individual.

Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Identity and community — who we are in belonging?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.