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This article is Part 2 of a two-part series reflecting on diversity within the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES). Part 1 discussed what it means to pursue authentic diversity and reported recent demographic characteristics of HFES. Part 2 discusses a brief history of relevant efforts in HFES and recent scholarship that suggests sustained interest in diversity issues within human factors and ergonomics. Part 2 concludes with a discussion about how human factors and ergonomics professionals can continue to lead the design and implementation of systemic change that benefits all by embracing human complexity.

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Assessing Authentic Diversity in the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society: Part 2

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