Companies are backing away from the term “DEI”

AXIOS January 4, 2024
Emily Peck

Laudable goals like achieving “equity” and “diversity” and making people feel “included” have become weaponized terms, and now corporate America is navigating the minefield.

Why it matters: The year ahead will be pivotal for corporate diversity efforts, as attacks against DEI — diversity, equity and inclusion — will likely intensify.

• But for many employers, maintaining a diverse workforce where employees feel included is a key part of attracting and retaining workers (particularly in a tight labor market).

Catch up fast: It’s been a long strange trip for corporate diversity efforts — which can range from employee resource groups, to anti-bias trainings, to hiring programs.

• For years, DEI was criticized for being ineffective corporate window dressing or for...

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