Shifting Corporate Commitment to DEI Initiatives

Corporations that previously embraced diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) following the George Floyd protests are now retracting their commitments to these initiatives. Walmart's decision to not renew funding for its racial equity center is indicative of a broader trend among major companies like McDonald's and Amazon, which are ending similar programs. Critics argue that many corporations only superficially engaged with DEI, viewing it as a public relations tactic rather than committing to genuine structural change. This lack of meaningful action has led to skepticism about whether the corporate world truly understands the importance of DEI in fostering a fair workplace.