Human Resources

[Jared Norris]

Hi all,

Per Jeffrey's comments, this is well outside the remit of this mailing
list. This list is for the technical support of Ubuntu software as per the
mailing list information (
https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-users) and the FAQ has
more information if you're still not sure (
https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuUsersListFAQ).

Can I please ask we refrain from continuing this thread further.

Regards,

Jared Norris
on behalf of the moderation team

On Fri, 25 Jul 2025 at 22:42, dunstan washington via ubuntu-users <
ubuntu-users at lists.ubuntu.com> wrote:

> Thanks for your response. I understand your point, but I think it’s
> important to remember that Ubuntu isn’t just about technology—it’s about
> how we relate to one another as human beings.
>
> Ubuntu, at its core, means “I am because we are.” It teaches us that our
> humanity is bound up in the humanity of others. The assumptions we make,
> whether about someone's race, gender, or business situation, reflect how we
> see and treat each other. These interactions, though seemingly small, can
> contribute to a culture of respect or a culture of misunderstanding.
>
> So, while this might seem like an off-topic post to some, I believe it’s
> aligned with the Ubuntu philosophy of promoting understanding and mutual
> respect. These conversations about how we treat each other—especially in
> professional settings—are essential for creating a more inclusive and
> compassionate community.
>
> That said, I will make sure to stay within the guidelines in the future.
> Thanks for the reminder!
>
>
> On Friday, 25 July 2025 at 13:32, Jeffrey Walton <noloader at gmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> >
> >
> > On Fri, Jul 25, 2025 at 8:23 AM dunstan washington via ubuntu-users <
> ubuntu-users at lists.ubuntu.com> wrote:
> >
> > > Hi,
> > >
> > > Curious to hear others’ thoughts on this:
> > >
> > > Assume someone had a phone call with an HR representative, where they
> were simply seeking feedback. During the call, the HR person assumed the
> person’s race by referring to them as "a black man" and also assumed their
> business setup by describing it as a "one-man band." The HR person had
> never met this person in person before.
> > >
> > > Would people find these assumptions inappropriate and unnecessary,
> especially since their race, gender, or business setup weren’t relevant to
> the conversation?
> > >
> > > What do you think? Is it ever appropriate for an HR person to make
> these types of assumptions during a professional discussion
> >
> >
> > My thought is, why are you posting this off-topic garbage?
> >
> > <https://wiki.ubuntu.com/UbuntuUsersListFAQ>.
> >
> > Jeff
>
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