Companies that Cut DEI Programs Hire Fewer Diverse Workers, Study Finds – Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group

Companies that cut DEI programs hire fewer diverse workers, study finds – Los Angeles Wave Newspaper Group

Companies that eliminated diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs since President Donald Trump’s re-election are hiring significantly fewer underrepresented employees, with nearly six in 10 reporting decreased recruitment of diverse workers, according to a new nationwide study. The Resume.org survey of 965 companies found that 20% eliminated their DEI programs entirely since November, while another 11% reduced their efforts. Among those t…

1 in 5 Companies Cut DEI Programs After Trump’s Reelection

Since President Trump’s reelection in November 2024, one in five companies have fully eliminated their diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, a recent Resume.org survey of nearly 1,000 companies reveals. Among the 80% that retained DEI initiatives, 11% have reduced their investment, largely due to shifts in the political climate. The impact of cutting DEI efforts is stark: 57% of companies that eliminated programs report hiring fewer u…