Iris Bohnet and Siri Chilazi, both from the Harvard Kennedy School and co-authors of "Make Work Fair," dive into the complex landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. They discuss the tension between these initiatives and meritocracy, advocating for fairness as a universal principle. Their research reveals how biases impact advancement and importance of data-driven solutions. The duo emphasizes strategic goal-setting to enhance organizational fairness and highlights the need for open dialogue to foster genuine inclusivity.

Siri Chilazi, a Senior Researcher at the Harvard Kennedy School, dives deep into workplace gender equality in this enlightening discussion. She recounts her journey from the sciences to advocating for fairness at work. Siri emphasizes that systemic changes, like rethinking hiring practices and implementing regular pay audits, are more effective than traditional diversity training. Through her insights, she advocates for creating inclusive cultures where small adjustments can lead to significant improvements in gender equity.