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DEI is still alive, though its practice is evolving and facing challenges. While the number of dedicated DEI jobs has decreased, many companies are continuing diversity and inclusion efforts, sometimes under different names like "culture" or "belonging," due to investor, employee, and consumer pressure. Some critics argue certain DEI programs have been ineffective, leading to a shift in strategy rather than a complete abandonment of its goals.
Evidence of DEI's continued existence
Corporate commitment: Many large companies state their continued commitment to DEI, and few have completely scrapped their efforts, reports CNN.
Evolving strategies: Some organizations are reframing DEI initiatives to focus on general concepts like building a strong company culture, personal growth, or a sense of belonging, often without using the DEI acronym itself.
Consumer and investor pressure: Consumers increasingly want to align with companies that share their values, and investors often see DEI metrics as important, which incentivizes companies to continue these efforts.
Continued use in public institutions: Despite Supreme Court rulings impacting public institutions, DEI efforts persist in many sectors.
