Gen Z’s DEI focus clashes with reality of culture wars

By Olivia Konotey-Ahulu
Published 3 Min Read

Employers across the world should prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion efforts if they want to maximize their chances of recruiting the youngest generation of workers.

While most baby boomers don’t consider a company’s focus on DEI when applying to jobs and accepting offers, almost three-quarters of Gen Z workers want their employer to consider it a priority, according to a new global study by consultancy Ernst & Young, published Wednesday. The report defined Gen Z as adults aged between 18 and 26 years old. 

Olivia Konotey-Ahulu

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