"With all the backlash to DEI, you'd expect a public mandate to do so. But Americans are telling us they see the benefits of diversity, even if their support is more mild than passionate," John Gerzema, CEO of Harris Poll, emphasized the complexity of public sentiment on DEI initiatives.
"57% said DEI initiatives have had no impact on their career, while 16% explicitly said they have been hindered." This statistic highlights a significant perception gap regarding the effectiveness of DEI programs in workplaces.
"51% of respondents said DEI is primarily a symbolic gesture, while the rest said it is essential for equality." This suggests a divide in how DEI initiatives are perceived, raising questions about their real-world effectiveness versus their symbolic value.
"On balance, most demographic groups were more likely to say DEI benefited their career than hindered it." This finding indicates that a majority feel positively about DEI despite the controversy surrounding its implementation.
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