I'm +1 [non-binding] for splitting D&I from ComDev off into it's own committee/PMC/initiative/etc. It hasn't been done well under comdev and it's time to give it a shot on it's own.
-KAM On 5/8/2019 10:48 AM, Myrle Krantz wrote: > FYI all: > > I'm going to call the vote on Friday morning (CET). If it passes, I'll > also add it to the board agenda at that time. I ask that everyone who > wants to participate do so by then. > > Best Regards, > Myrle > > On Wed, May 8, 2019 at 1:53 PM Tim Williams <twilli...@apache.org> wrote: > >> -1... it's completely unnecessary (as the work could easily be done under >> the CommDev banner) and gives the sense of "action" towards a cause without >> actually solving any real problem. Ironically, I predict it will fracture >> the community and have the effect of removing diversity of views on this >> very subject - creating an echo-chamber. It'll pass though, so best >> wishes... >> >> Thanks, >> --tim >> >> On 2019/05/04 22:06:47, Myrle Krantz <my...@apache.org> wrote: >>> I propose that ComDev submmit the following statement to the board: >>> >>> "The ComDev PMC hereby requests that the board create a President's >>> committee tasked with supporting our communities in their efforts to be >>> diverse and welcoming places, and tasked with helping the ASF formulate a >>> strategy to improve our diversity and inclusiveness. The ComDev PMC >>> likewise formally requests that the new committee look for ways in which >>> ComDev can support our progress in these areas." >>> >>> Here's my +1. >>> >>> Best Regards, >>> Myrle >>> PMC Member, Apache Community Development >>> >> --------------------------------------------------------------------- >> To unsubscribe, e-mail: dev-unsubscr...@community.apache.org >> For additional commands, e-mail: dev-h...@community.apache.org >> >> -- Kevin A. McGrail Member, Apache Software Foundation Chair Emeritus Apache SpamAssassin Project https://www.linkedin.com/in/kmcgrail - 703.798.0171 --------------------------------------------------------------------- To unsubscribe, e-mail: dev-unsubscr...@community.apache.org For additional commands, e-mail: dev-h...@community.apache.org
