Panelists spoke of the importance of widening the applicant pool of qualified job applicants. They also spoke more deeply, about looking inward to recognize one’s own biases. “That feeling of being the only one in the room is very real,” said panelist Yonesy N.ez. “Be an advocate,” says panelist Kerry Matre, “If you see someone say something inappropriate, immediately say [so] immediately say so” Panelist: “Don’t treat me differently” for being a woman; just an individual.”]

