This is true as far as I am aware, and I agree. It is (IMO) objectively backwards and ugly to discuss someones physical characteristics instead of their contrib

This is true as far as I am aware, and I agree. It is (IMO) objectively backwards and ugly to discuss someones physical characteristics instead of their contributions, especially backwards if one are trying to get rid of differences. That said, you will find many larger companies actively trying to be or at least look diverse.