[nik736]

So that’s how equality looks like?

[_Microft]

Nope, this is called affirmative action. Equality is a different thing and affirmative action is a possible way to try to reach more equality.

Image it like Norway allowing electric cars on bus lanes. It's a way to reach a goal and can be phased out once you have gotten close enough.

[TomMarius]

That is a very, very different thing. I guess no electric vehicle will mind being told "ah, you're a woman, you had it so easy, you had everything given to you" after its lifelong work. Women will be hurt by this.

[ddorian43]

Yes, that's how equality of outcome works. While equality of opportunity ..

[Zealotux]

Why is it based on gender and not financial ressources though? I'm fairly sure there are women who can afford to pay $500 for this service and men who can't, sounds like yet another unnecessary divisive PR move that no one needs right now.

[ddorian43]

You should see Medical Doctor acceptance criteria based on race (white vs black vs asian).

[pasiaj]

.. rewards people for their contributions, not based on their identity.