Equality is not the same as equity, and in industries like venture capital—where systemic barriers are deeply entrenched—this distinction is critical. The push for 'equal' processes may sound fair, but in reality, it only serves to perpetuate the dominance of privileged groups. We live in a world where access to elite education, influential networks, and generational wealth is unevenly distributed, making so-called 'equal' processes inherently inequitable. True fairness requires recognizing these disparities and actively working toward equity by meeting people where they are, offering different levels of support to achieve equal outcomes. It's time to stop upholding exclusionary norms and start embracing change.

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