article_snippet: the confidence to aspire to positions prospective black managers currently feel are beyond prospective black managers.
article_snippet: It's just a case of being able to sit down and put your credentials on the table.
article_snippet: At the moment We're not even getting that chance. '
article_snippet: People often talk and say "I'm not racist" and don't even realise that People are being racist because People won't give you that opportunity. '
article_snippet: You may have already decided who your next manager is going to be but if I sit down in front of you I might impress you so much that you might recommend me to someone else.'
article_snippet: The recruitment procedures are flawed, and there is a lack of accountability and transparency in the processes. '
article_snippet: We need to see a level playing field established where individuals possessing the necessary qualifications and experience are able to apply and be taken into proper consideration for positions. '
article_snippet: As it stands, many credible candidates who are suitable for jobs do not feel it is worthwhile applying as many credible candidates who are suitable for jobs see a closed culture which exists preventing many credible candidates who are suitable for jobs from having a fair chance.'
highlights_snippet: Suggestion is supported by anti-racist campaigners