Accenture rolls back DEI goals to comply with Trump’s EOs

CEO Julie Sweet said the company would end its employee diversity representation goals and put “a greater focus on inclusion and a sense of belonging for all,” in an internal memo.

By Lamar Johnson • Feb. 12, 2025

Leading with inclusion and belonging feels like defeat

If leaders truly care about DEIB, they must lead in this moment with a level of boldness that matches the magnitude of harm being done, writes Demetria Miles-McDonald.

By Demetria Miles-McDonald • Feb. 12, 2025

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A deep dive into DEI

Staying thoughtful and engaged regarding DEI topics — as well as listening to employees — can help employers meet goals and retain people.

By HR Dive staff

Conservative groups file EEOC charge over American Bar Association’s diversity clerkship

The allegations come amid a swift restructuring of the agency under President Donald Trump.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 10, 2025

Former EEOC commissioner weighs in on feds targeting private sector DEI

Chai Feldblum said employers may consider framing their programs on inclusion and preventing discrimination, but she also expressed confusion over some of Attorney General Pam Bondi’s enforcement priorities.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 7, 2025

Google moves away from aspirational hiring goals

This move is on par with what attorneys have been recommending in a tense political landscape around DEI and compliance.

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 6, 2025

This week in 5 numbers: Remote work grows for the highest earners

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including stats on how honest employees are in engagement surveys and how many workers’ jobs are riddled with busy work.

By Ginger Christ • Feb. 6, 2025

#BoycottTarget is trending. What does this ‘cultural whiplash’ mean for HR?

Boycotts for companies that roll back DEI are a newer development in the culture war. A culture-sensitive PR expert explains how she is advising clients to talk about DEI. 

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 5, 2025

What HR can learn from the Grammys

Chappell Roan, Alicia Keys and more spoke out on HR issues ranging from benefits to DEI. Reporter Caroline Colvin makes sense of these artists’ awards speeches.

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 4, 2025

Companies reduce philanthropy aimed at boosting racial, gender equality

Change in “corporate citizenship” initiatives coincide with a federal backlash against efforts to promote sustainability in the private and public sectors.

By Jim Tyson • Feb. 4, 2025

10 Trump changes HR leaders need to know about

Here’s a recap of Trump actions so far that affect HR professionals and the U.S. workforce.

By Ginger Christ • Feb. 3, 2025

Firing of EEOC commissioners may test 90-year-old SCOTUS ruling on presidential powers

Legal experts predict litigation may lead to the overturning of a 1935 U.S. Supreme Court ruling that protects members of independent government boards from being removed by the president at will.

By Laurel Kalser • Feb. 3, 2025

Meta’s HR changes reflect widely touted aspirational approach to DEI

Eliminating hard inclusivity goals won’t protect against discrimination complaints but it will help, legal specialists say.

By Robert Freedman • Feb. 3, 2025

Trump calls for FAA staff review, blames deadly plane crash on DEI hires

The president hasn’t cited any evidence that DEI hires contributed to the crash.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 31, 2025

Share your thoughts in our 2025 Identity of HR survey

HR Dive would like your insight on the state of the profession and your priorities for the future.

By HR Dive staff • Jan. 31, 2025

This week in 5 numbers: Taylor Swift and employee bonuses

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including projected savings from federal workers’ “deferred resignations” under a Trump administration offer.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 30, 2025

Shareholder proposals, executive orders are changing the face of DEI

With new compliance concerns, mounting shareholder drama and irritated consumers, where does this leave employers in the private-sector landscape?

By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 29, 2025

Costco DEI efforts under fire from 19 attorneys general

The company’s position “runs contrary to the Supreme Court’s recent decisions and raises concerns about Costco’s compliance with State and federal laws,” they wrote.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 28, 2025

Meta employees split on decision to dump DEI, survey finds

In a Jan. 10 memo to employees, Meta’s vice president of HR announced the social media conglomerate was disbanding its DEI team and ending its equity and inclusion training programs.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 27, 2025

Target ends some DEI initiatives, reiterates commitment to belonging and inclusion

Chief Community Impact and Equity Officer Kiera Fernandez cited “the importance of staying in step with the evolving external landscape.”

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 27, 2025

Employers shouldn’t abandon diversity efforts, SHRM says

In a Friday media briefing, SHRM executive Emily Dickens highlighted the importance of compliance as President Donald Trump comes after DEI.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 24, 2025

1 in 8 companies say they plan to weaken DEI commitments in 2025

More than half of managers said DEI initiatives were implemented primarily for public relations purposes, Resume.org found.

By Carolyn Crist • Jan. 24, 2025

While Trump’s anti-DEI executive orders pile up, JPMorgan Chase CEO doesn’t flinch

In response to activists’ anti-DEI efforts against his company, the CEO said to “bring them on.”

By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 23, 2025

Trump orders agencies to target private-sector DEI

In an executive order, President Trump asked members of his administration to develop a strategic enforcement plan to deter “illegal” DEI programs and principles.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 22, 2025

EEOC goes after its first subpoena enforcement action under the PWFA

Assuring “expeditious investigation” of all charges, but especially those that fall under a new law like the PWFA, is a priority, an EEOC district director said.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 22, 2025

‘The binary nature of sex’: Trump launches attack on trans workers via executive orders

In two executive orders, President Donald Trump seeks to reset the narrative on gender — including at work.

By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 22, 2025