1. A process of choosing or selecting individuals, groups, or organizations based on their institutional, organizational, or political affiliations rather than on merit or objective criteria
The company was criticized for affiliation-based selection in hiring, favoring employees from partner organizations.
A empresa foi criticada pela seleção baseada em afiliação na contratação, favorecendo funcionários de organizações parceiras.
2. In academic or professional contexts, preferential treatment given to candidates connected to specific institutions, parties, or networks
The university's affiliation-based selection policy led to nepotism accusations.
A política de seleção baseada em afiliação da universidade levou a acusações de nepotismo.