The announcement reflects a significant shift in corporate America, with companies like Walmart and McDonald's also reassessing their diversity strategies, attributed to criticisms and potential risks from conservative groups.
Meta Scales Back Diversity Initiatives Amid Political Pressures
Meta Scales Back Diversity Initiatives Amid Political Pressures
Tech giant Meta has decided to reduce its diversity programs, emulating a trend seen across various U.S. corporations reacting to political scrutiny.
Meta has decided to step back from its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in response to a challenging political climate and recent legal rulings. In a memo to employees, Meta acknowledged the "shifting legal and policy landscape" as a factor influencing its decision. Traditionally focused on hiring and supporting diverse suppliers, Meta will now refocus its efforts on all applicants without specific diversity criteria. This shift is part of a larger trend where companies like Walmart and McDonald's have similarly rolled back diversity initiatives following the election of Donald Trump.
Meta's decision comes shortly after the Supreme Court's ruling against race-based admissions, which has further amplified the criticisms of DEI programs. The company will stop its collaborations with diverse suppliers and cease equity training efforts, opting instead for bias mitigation training that applies to all employees, irrespective of their background.
The company’s move aligns with the broader backlash against numerous corporations facing attacks from conservative activists who label their DEI efforts as “woke” activism. Robby Starbuck, a prominent conservative activist, expressed satisfaction over Meta's decision, claiming credit for the mounting pressure on various companies to change their diversity initiatives.
Amid changing public sentiments and a resurgence of political activism concerning social issues, Meta’s review of its approach marks a notable pivot in corporate governance, reflecting broader challenges facing diversity-related programs across different sectors.
Meta's decision comes shortly after the Supreme Court's ruling against race-based admissions, which has further amplified the criticisms of DEI programs. The company will stop its collaborations with diverse suppliers and cease equity training efforts, opting instead for bias mitigation training that applies to all employees, irrespective of their background.
The company’s move aligns with the broader backlash against numerous corporations facing attacks from conservative activists who label their DEI efforts as “woke” activism. Robby Starbuck, a prominent conservative activist, expressed satisfaction over Meta's decision, claiming credit for the mounting pressure on various companies to change their diversity initiatives.
Amid changing public sentiments and a resurgence of political activism concerning social issues, Meta’s review of its approach marks a notable pivot in corporate governance, reflecting broader challenges facing diversity-related programs across different sectors.
