As well-qualified job seekers, many frequently find themselves thwarted by a hidden barrier - the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Despite having relevant skills and experiences, job applications often seem to disappear into a black hole. This is frustrating and demoralizing, as it prevents many from showcasing their qualifications to potential employers. 

ATS is a system that scans resumes for keywords before they even reach a human eye. Despite its efficiency goal, it often filters out well-qualified candidates who simply do not know the right keywords to include in their applications. As a result, both job seekers and employers lose out. This system not only blocks fruitful connections between job seekers and employers, but also prevents businesses from tapping into a wealth of unexplored talent.

According to Capterra, 75% of resumes are rejected before they ever reach a recruiter. This is not because the candidates are not suitable, but because their resumes do not match the ATS's predefined criteria (Source: Capterra). This is counter-productive for companies as it potentially blocks them from filling high demand job roles. Additionally, talent-centric economies routinely lose the productive potential of thousands of job-seekers. 

To foster a truly inclusive, effective, and fair job market, we need to strip down these barriers. It's time we prioritize human judgment that we still value over machine algorithms in identifying potential candidates.

Let's stand together for fairness in job application processes. Please, lend your voice to this matter by signing the petition; let's help each other succeed by signing this petition today.