Facebook Sets New Diversity Goals

Facebook aims to double its female workforce globally and increase diversity in the US by 2024. Maxine Williams, Facebook's Global Chief Diversity Officer, discusses the importance of setting goals to drive change, the challenges faced, and the strategies employed to achieve these goals. The focus is on increasing diversity in technical roles and addressing pipeline issues. Williams emphasizes that diversity leads to better decision-making and product outcomes, despite the challenges and criticisms Facebook faces.

What role does leadership play in promoting diversity at Facebook?

What is the significance of having diverse perspectives in decision-making at Facebook?

How does Facebook's diversity initiative relate to its product decisions and user experience?