A great reminder that allyship is not an achievement you unlock but rather a journey with many challenges, wrong-turns revelations
Honest answer:
I used to not notice. 2003-2009 I barely even thought about DEI or representation.
But now, total 180Β°. I'm usually one of the first folks events try to get on their roster, so can ask point blank about their DEI goals, then help by making suggestions & intros.