Corporate Giants Stand Divided on DEI Commitments as Debate Intensifies
Major companies like Costco and Apple maintain their diversity, equity, and inclusion programs despite industry pullbacks and political pressure. The contrasting approaches highlight an evolving national conversation about workplace diversity as some corporations retreat while others reinforce their commitments.
Target Abandons DEI Goals as Corporate America Shifts Course on Diversity
Target joins other major corporations in scaling back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, ending its three-year DEI goals and minority business programs. The move reflects a broader corporate retreat from diversity commitments amid growing political scrutiny and follows similar actions by Walmart, Meta, and others.
Meta Dismantles All DEI Programs in Major Corporate Strategy Shift
Meta announced the immediate termination of all diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives, including its diverse hiring practices and supplier programs. The policy change follows similar rollbacks at other major corporations and has sparked concern among employees about the company's commitment to workplace diversity.
Walmart Scales Back DEI Programs Under Conservative Pressure
Walmart, America's largest private employer, announces major changes to its diversity and inclusion initiatives amid pressure from conservative groups. The retail giant is discontinuing several programs while emphasizing a shift from DEI terminology to 'belonging,' reflecting broader corporate trends.