Recent discussions and reports have highlighted a growing backlash against Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs in various sectors, including academia and corporate America. The University of Virginia's DEI staff was reported to have privately downplayed a professor's offer of extra credit for students attending a pro-Hamas rally, according to internal documents obtained by @dcexaminer. This incident, among others, has contributed to what some are calling the 'Oct. 8 effect,' a term used to describe the increasing resistance to DEI initiatives. Bloomberg Originals released a mini-documentary exploring the political backlash that has led many companies to reconsider their commitment to DEI programs. Additionally, Fast Company, using the hashtag #FCGrill, and other outlets are seeking input from the public on the effectiveness of DEI initiatives in the workplace, indicating a broad spectrum of scrutiny and reevaluation of these programs.
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Diversity, equity & inclusion programs across corporate America are under attack. @JeffAGreen and I want to hear from you... Are DEI initiatives working for you? Are these programs succeeding or failing in your workplace? Share your story here: https://t.co/vkHZtMYcLW
In this Bloomberg Originals mini-documentary, we explore the political blowback that has many companies running away from DEI programs https://t.co/ec7zYVMNW6 via @business
In this Bloomberg Originals mini-documentary, we explore the political blowback that has many companies running away from DEI programs https://t.co/YU9I0YaWsv
Is DEI DOA? Diversity, equity and inclusion regime hit with backlash in ‘Oct. 8 effect’ https://t.co/FX4Zvze3r8 https://t.co/97p7yCD0BD
The diversity, equity and inclusion framework that was all the rage four years ago is suddenly on the ropes. https://t.co/ejd7pTwNZ5
A disturbing peek inside the DEI apparatus at UVa: https://t.co/RuCSmd3p2I
Is DEI DOA? Diversity, equity and inclusion regime hit with backlash in 'Oct. 8 effect' https://t.co/hgiApSQZh4
#EXCLUSIVE — University of Virginia DEI staff privately downplayed professor’s pro-Hamas rally extra credit offer https://t.co/PnwuAuhGn6 https://t.co/PnwuAuhGn6
University of Virginia DEI staff privately downplayed a professor’s pro-Hamas rally extra credit offer, a trove of internal documents obtained by @dcexaminer show https://t.co/EduJ81LIms
DEI needs to get back on track—these leaders have solutions #FCGrill https://t.co/k7NMvPjb5q
Who Needs DEI? https://t.co/0rWgFPKa9P via @powerlineUS