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61% consider removing DEI language from outward-facing communications
A majority of C-suite executives (51%) are considering rolling back aspects of their DEI programs following President Donald Trump’s executive orders targeting such initiatives, according to new research from global law firm Littler. The firm’s post-inauguration survey, conducted Jan. 30-Feb. 7, found that many organizations are focusing primarily on reducing the visibility of their programs rather than eliminating them entirely.
Among executives considering DEI rollbacks, the largest percentage (61%) are weighing whether to remove or reduce DEI-related language from their websites, proxy statements and outward-facing communications. More substantial programmatic changes are also under consideration, with 52% contemplating eliminating DEI benchmarks and metrics, 45% considering scaling back employee training and 38% potentially ending incentives tied to advancing DEI priorities.
Despite these potential changes, most organizations appear reluctant to dismantle their programs completely. Only 8% of the 340 C-suite leaders surveyed are…
