Impact of DEI Policies

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are designed to support historically underrepresented groups in the workplace through various policies, including hiring targets and bias training. These initiatives originated from civil rights laws aimed at promoting equality and have evolved to address broader issues like class, disability, and sexuality. Advocates of DEI argue that such policies aim to bridge the significant wealth gap between racial groups, specifically the vast disparity between Black and white Americans. Research indicates that companies with diverse workforces tend to be more innovative and effective, reinforcing the business case for DEI.