Business leaders have a responsibility not only to drive financial success, but also to create inclusive and supportive environments for their employees. In recent years, the importance of allyship for LGBTQ+ individuals has gained considerable attention – for good reason. Being an active ally is not only the right thing to do from an ethical
Given the hardline stance of people on both sides of affirmative action, is the nation on its way toward a diversity showdown? Some observers believe that organizations will quietly eliminate or reduce DEI-focused programming if the intense scrutiny continues, particularly during a difficult economy. Others, however, see this moment as one to press the issue, forcing companies to sustain momentum despite political rhetoric.