Corporate Retreat from DEI: Job Losses and Broken Promises
TL;DR
Corporate America's retreat from diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has led to the elimination of over 2,600 DEI-related jobs since early 2023, reflecting a political backlash and shifting corporate priorities, which significantly impacts professionals like Candace Byrdsong Williams who have dedicated their careers to DEI work.
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