There’s no shortage of headlines highlighting the growing backlash against corporate DEI. The Supreme Court ruling last June that effectively ended affirmative action in higher education, along with recent vocal opposition to diversity initiatives by high-profile business leaders and politicians, has left many pondering the fate of employer-based diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
Despite the turmoil and heightened scrutiny, many business leaders are still doubling down on these initiatives. In fact, a recent survey by The Muse x Fairygodboss found that 60% of HR leaders said they plan to increase their DEI investments in 2024. Specifically, 71% will invest in DEI training, learning, development and employee resource group initiatives.
