Yes, why make better diverse representations of people in ever higher decision making roles harder to achieve? Focus on identifying, attracting and landing top-quality individuals, inclusive of diversity and regardless of discipline or level, and get the hell out of their way.
Outstanding performance has a funny way of winning over the most biased members on a team. Yes, quit playing games and let the players prove their worth and value, regardless of who they are, and embrace the quality factor.
If you end up with better diversity it'll mean you hired and positioned the best people in the roles that will grow your future leaders.