Trump fires Black joint chiefs chair Hegseth accused of promoting diversityTrump's dismissal of General CQ Brown Jr. signals a concerning trend against diversity in military leadership.
Apple shareholders reject anti-DEI proposalApple's shareholders reaffirm commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion despite opposition from a conservative think tank.
Citigroup drops its diversity targets, renames its DEI unitCitigroup is renaming its DEI team and relaxing diversity goals in response to political pressure.
Column | Trump's claims about diversity, equity, inclusion don't match realityThe Trump administration has undermined diversity initiatives and Black History Month programs in federal agencies, promoting white supremacist views.DEI is a legitimate strategy for enhancing diversity, not an ideological threat.
Walmart becomes latest and biggest company to roll back its DEI policiesWalmart is reversing its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies under pressure from conservative activists.
How to innovate diversity for a changing global worldCompanies are rethinking and innovating DEI initiatives to better align with business goals.
Trump fires Black joint chiefs chair Hegseth accused of promoting diversityTrump's dismissal of General CQ Brown Jr. signals a concerning trend against diversity in military leadership.
Apple shareholders reject anti-DEI proposalApple's shareholders reaffirm commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion despite opposition from a conservative think tank.
Citigroup drops its diversity targets, renames its DEI unitCitigroup is renaming its DEI team and relaxing diversity goals in response to political pressure.
Column | Trump's claims about diversity, equity, inclusion don't match realityThe Trump administration has undermined diversity initiatives and Black History Month programs in federal agencies, promoting white supremacist views.DEI is a legitimate strategy for enhancing diversity, not an ideological threat.
Walmart becomes latest and biggest company to roll back its DEI policiesWalmart is reversing its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies under pressure from conservative activists.
How to innovate diversity for a changing global worldCompanies are rethinking and innovating DEI initiatives to better align with business goals.
A true free-speech emergency': alarm over Trump's chilling' attacks on mediaThe Trump administration's actions signal a worrying trend against press freedom, raising alarms among media experts.
Do Trump and Musk Want to Control the Weather Now? - WashingtonianElon Musk's project representatives accessed NOAA headquarters aiming to analyze IT systems and target DEI initiative employees.
Morning Docket: 01.23.25The Trump administration has effectively frozen the DOJ's civil rights division, signaling a notable shift in its approach to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Trump touts national unity over air disaster before bashing Biden and ObamaTrump emphasizes aviation safety following a fatal collision and blames DEI initiatives for contributing to the incident.
Exclusive: how NSF is scouring research grants for violations of Trump's ordersUS National Science Foundation has reopened funding distribution after a freeze caused by compliance with Trump's DEI directive due to a federal judge's intervention.
Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg blamed former lieutenant Sheryl Sandberg for pushing 'inclusivity initiative' in meeting with Trump aides: reportZuckerberg is shifting Meta's focus away from DEI initiatives and aligning strategies with Trump's administration after a meeting at Mar-a-Lago.
A true free-speech emergency': alarm over Trump's chilling' attacks on mediaThe Trump administration's actions signal a worrying trend against press freedom, raising alarms among media experts.
Do Trump and Musk Want to Control the Weather Now? - WashingtonianElon Musk's project representatives accessed NOAA headquarters aiming to analyze IT systems and target DEI initiative employees.
Morning Docket: 01.23.25The Trump administration has effectively frozen the DOJ's civil rights division, signaling a notable shift in its approach to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
Trump touts national unity over air disaster before bashing Biden and ObamaTrump emphasizes aviation safety following a fatal collision and blames DEI initiatives for contributing to the incident.
Exclusive: how NSF is scouring research grants for violations of Trump's ordersUS National Science Foundation has reopened funding distribution after a freeze caused by compliance with Trump's DEI directive due to a federal judge's intervention.
Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg blamed former lieutenant Sheryl Sandberg for pushing 'inclusivity initiative' in meeting with Trump aides: reportZuckerberg is shifting Meta's focus away from DEI initiatives and aligning strategies with Trump's administration after a meeting at Mar-a-Lago.
Florida AG Sues Target for Not Warning Investors About Anti-LGBTQ BacklashFlorida's lawsuit against Target highlights new efforts to regulate corporate DEI initiatives under securities laws.
Ford will no longer participate in major annual LGBTQ+ equality surveyFord Motor Company has chosen to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, reflecting shifting company priorities amid a volatile social and political climate.
Ford becomes latest company to 'cower to MAGA weirdo' and cancel DEI initiativesRobby Starbuck's campaign against DEI initiatives has resulted in significant changes at major companies like Tractor Supply, Jack Daniel's, and Lowes.
Florida AG Sues Target for Not Warning Investors About Anti-LGBTQ BacklashFlorida's lawsuit against Target highlights new efforts to regulate corporate DEI initiatives under securities laws.
Ford will no longer participate in major annual LGBTQ+ equality surveyFord Motor Company has chosen to withdraw from the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index, reflecting shifting company priorities amid a volatile social and political climate.
Ford becomes latest company to 'cower to MAGA weirdo' and cancel DEI initiativesRobby Starbuck's campaign against DEI initiatives has resulted in significant changes at major companies like Tractor Supply, Jack Daniel's, and Lowes.
University of Kentucky drops DEI program under pressure from Republicans - LGBTQ NationState-funded universities in red states are dismantling DEI initiatives due to legislative threats, impacting diverse identity discussions on campus.
Toure, Lance Trover Throw Down Over DOGE Staffer's TweetsThe resignation of Marko Elez highlights the ongoing debate over racism and accountability in political discourse.
University of Kentucky drops DEI program under pressure from Republicans - LGBTQ NationState-funded universities in red states are dismantling DEI initiatives due to legislative threats, impacting diverse identity discussions on campus.
Toure, Lance Trover Throw Down Over DOGE Staffer's TweetsThe resignation of Marko Elez highlights the ongoing debate over racism and accountability in political discourse.
Volunteer and Vote - San Francisco Bay TimesProactive support for LGBTQ+ community protections is vital in the upcoming presidential election.
The Case for Federal Programs That Help Small and Diverse SuppliersDEI initiatives, while criticized, show positive performance results for federal procurement through small and diverse supplier set-aside contracts.
Democrats fight for DEI on campus in House hearingDemocrats defend DEI initiatives on college campuses against Republican criticismDEI offices serve diverse student populations and ensure legal compliance, not promote biased ideologies
Prominent American scholar to visit campus September 13 | Cornell ChronicleDr. Eddie Glaude advocates for a cherished view of diversity amidst rising anti-DEI sentiment across academic institutions.
Volunteer and Vote - San Francisco Bay TimesProactive support for LGBTQ+ community protections is vital in the upcoming presidential election.
The Case for Federal Programs That Help Small and Diverse SuppliersDEI initiatives, while criticized, show positive performance results for federal procurement through small and diverse supplier set-aside contracts.
Democrats fight for DEI on campus in House hearingDemocrats defend DEI initiatives on college campuses against Republican criticismDEI offices serve diverse student populations and ensure legal compliance, not promote biased ideologies
Prominent American scholar to visit campus September 13 | Cornell ChronicleDr. Eddie Glaude advocates for a cherished view of diversity amidst rising anti-DEI sentiment across academic institutions.
Stephens: DEI will not be missed in the U.S. militaryThe inclusion of women in all military combat roles has produced both success stories and challenges regarding physical standards and equality in outcomes.
A Bob Dylan National Anthem? Bill Maher Thinks So.Bill Maher offered a rare public apology to Peggy Noonan, emphasizing the importance of civility and generational models of gentlemanly behavior.
Pete Hegseth's Dangerous War on AmericaPete Hegseth's primary focus as Secretary of Defense is to eliminate 'wokism' from the military, targeting diversity efforts and promoting a conservative agenda.
Trump's order to end DEI will impact federal housing agenciesThe executive order to end DEI initiatives will significantly impact federal housing and mortgage finance sectors.
Mark Zuckerberg praises Sheryl Sandberg after a report said he blamed her for an inclusivity program at FacebookMark Zuckerberg acknowledges Sheryl Sandberg's legacy at Meta while also facing scrutiny over a roll back of DEI initiatives.
Mark Zuckerberg says AI could soon do the work of Meta's midlevel engineersMeta is automating midlevel software engineering jobs, indicating a shift toward AI-driven coding.The company plans to replace fact-checkers with community notes and reduce DEI initiatives.
Meta employees slam decision to roll back its DEI programsMeta employees strongly oppose the rollback of DEI initiatives, indicating a significant employee dissatisfaction with the company's recent policy changes.
Mark Zuckerberg praises Sheryl Sandberg after a report said he blamed her for an inclusivity program at FacebookMark Zuckerberg acknowledges Sheryl Sandberg's legacy at Meta while also facing scrutiny over a roll back of DEI initiatives.
Mark Zuckerberg says AI could soon do the work of Meta's midlevel engineersMeta is automating midlevel software engineering jobs, indicating a shift toward AI-driven coding.The company plans to replace fact-checkers with community notes and reduce DEI initiatives.
Meta employees slam decision to roll back its DEI programsMeta employees strongly oppose the rollback of DEI initiatives, indicating a significant employee dissatisfaction with the company's recent policy changes.
Walmart kills DEI policies impacting 1.6 million U.S. workersWalmart is rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid pressure from conservative activists.
Walmart is facing backlash from investors after cutting DEI programsWalmart investors are demanding clarity on the company's rollback of DEI initiatives, highlighting concerns over the implications for marginalized groups.
Walmart kills DEI policies impacting 1.6 million U.S. workersWalmart is rolling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion policies amid pressure from conservative activists.
Walmart is facing backlash from investors after cutting DEI programsWalmart investors are demanding clarity on the company's rollback of DEI initiatives, highlighting concerns over the implications for marginalized groups.
Leaders from IBM, Accenture, Mastercard, and more share their top 3 predictions for how the workplace will evolve in 2025AI adoption and skills-focused hiring will significantly shape the workforce in 2025, highlighting the challenges for smaller companies in executing these changes.
Costco's defense of its DEI initiatives is less surprising than it might seemCostco is actively defending its diversity initiatives despite a rising anti-DEI trend, showing strong potential support from shareholders.
Harley-Davidson drops DEI initiatives amid pressure from anti-woke' activistsHarley-Davidson has ceased diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives under pressure from anti-DEI activism, shifting focus towards business development instead.
Costco's defense of its DEI initiatives is less surprising than it might seemCostco is actively defending its diversity initiatives despite a rising anti-DEI trend, showing strong potential support from shareholders.
Harley-Davidson drops DEI initiatives amid pressure from anti-woke' activistsHarley-Davidson has ceased diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives under pressure from anti-DEI activism, shifting focus towards business development instead.
University Of Iowa Announces Plan to End Social Justice' Major, Close Gender, Women's, and Sexuality Studies Department,University of Iowa plans to close its Gender, Women's, and Sexuality Studies department and Social Justice major to implement a new major and scale back DEI efforts.
4 leadership trends to watch in 2025The rate of change in business is accelerating dramatically, with leaders feeling unprecedented challenges due to this transformation.
Meet Robby Starbuck, the influencer targeting DEI programs at companies around the USRobby Starbuck pressures major corporations to roll back DEI initiatives, reflecting the growing influence of social media activism.
Marketing Roundup: What Clients Really Want, Cross-Firm Relationships, Debates About DEIEmpathy towards client motivations is essential for effective legal services.Cross-firm collaboration significantly enhances client service and retention.Understanding political climate impacts discussions around DEI in law.
MAGA candidate says drag queens ruin the military in bizarre rant about soldiers eating intestines - LGBTQ NationCao attributes low military recruitment to DEI initiatives and advocates for a traditional military image over inclusivity and diversity.
Economic equity is both a philanthropic and DEI issueDisability inclusion and economic equity initiatives are crucial for addressing workforce challenges and mitigating unemployment among marginalized populations.
Demand for DEI Exceeds Action, Report Finds - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyDemand for DEI initiatives in the private sector remains high despite challenges.
Microsoft reportedly fires DEI team - becoming latest company to ditch 'woke' policyCompanies are scaling back DEI initiatives despite previous commitments and investments.
Demand for DEI Exceeds Action, Report Finds - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyDemand for DEI initiatives in the private sector remains high despite challenges.
Microsoft reportedly fires DEI team - becoming latest company to ditch 'woke' policyCompanies are scaling back DEI initiatives despite previous commitments and investments.
Job seekers want high salaries, but businesses struggling to keep upA global survey of 50,000 participants reveals a mismatch in workplace expectations, with salary, work-life balance, and DE&I initiatives standing out.
How to Leverage Business Awards for Innovation and Growth | EntrepreneurThe criteria for business awards are shifting to reflect modern priorities of innovation, sustainability, diversity, and social impact.
The anti-DE&I crusade will lead to segregation in marketingThe decline in DE&I initiatives impacts Black C-Suite leaders, promoting the importance of self-education and proficiency.Corporations are retreating from DE&I efforts due to anti-DE&I legislation and increasing hostility towards diversity initiatives.
Behind DEI's rise and fallSome companies are backing away from DEI efforts due to fear of lawsuits or lack of previous interest.Business leaders are reluctant to publicly discuss DEI but are internally frustrated with the initiatives.
The anti-DE&I crusade will lead to segregation in marketingThe decline in DE&I initiatives impacts Black C-Suite leaders, promoting the importance of self-education and proficiency.Corporations are retreating from DE&I efforts due to anti-DE&I legislation and increasing hostility towards diversity initiatives.
Behind DEI's rise and fallSome companies are backing away from DEI efforts due to fear of lawsuits or lack of previous interest.Business leaders are reluctant to publicly discuss DEI but are internally frustrated with the initiatives.
Conservatives turned 'DEI' into another dog whistle. Black Twitter isn't having it.DEI initiatives being blamed for incidents like the bridge collapse.Black Twitter's ability to de-weaponize racist dog whistles through humor.
Bill seeks funding ban for medical schools with DEI programsProposed bill aims to block federal funding for medical schools with diversity policies.Backlash against diversity policies in medical education highlighted by proposed legislation.
Research: 4 Ways Employees Respond to DEI InitiativesUnderstanding employee responses to DEI initiatives is crucial for effective implementation.
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Research: 4 Ways Employees Respond to DEI InitiativesUnderstanding employee responses to DEI initiatives is crucial for effective implementation.
Using Skills-First Hiring to Build Strong Teams and Grow Your Business - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM ONETENSkills-first hiring focuses on demonstrable skills over a traditional degree.Benefits include broader talent pool, quicker role filling, and increased employee retention.
DEI backlash: Stay up-to-date on the latest legal and corporate challenges | TechCrunchBig Tech is beginning the process of rolling back DEI initiatives put in place after George Floyd's murder, impacting Black founders and inclusion efforts.
Reflections and revelations: Cannes ad execs confront responsibility amid industry chaosResponsible advertising is more about lip service than action, with misaligned incentives and challenges in the ad tech industry.