This is not the time to retreat in fear, shrink into the shadows, or compromise on what is right, just, and necessary. Nor is it the time to dwell in grief or frustration. This is the time to step up, to act, and to expect others to act with us. We don’t need passive allies. We need accomplices and co-conspirators—people who will stand beside us or even act without us. Those with the most privilege have the least to lose and the most responsibility to take risks.
Read MoreDEI initiatives don’t seek to exclude or disadvantage any group. Instead, they focus on expanding opportunities to ensure that people from underrepresented backgrounds have a fair chance to compete. DEI helps organizations become more inclusive, encouraging a broader applicant pool so that companies can access the best talent, regardless of background.
Read MoreOne reason this myth persists is that people often confuse DEI with affirmative action. Affirmative action focused on providing opportunities for underserved minority communities by establishing preferences or goals to address systemic imbalances. While important, DEI is not about preferences.
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