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Meta discontinues DEI initiatives amidst shifting legal landscape before Trump inauguration

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Meta discontinues DEI initiatives amidst shifting legal landscape before Trump inauguration

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  • Meta has announced the immediate termination of its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, following a shift in legal and policy landscapes related to these initiatives.
  • An internal memo revealed that notable programs, including the Diverse Slate Approach, will be discontinued amidst ongoing legal challenges.
  • The decision seems to align with broader corporate trends, as numerous companies, such as McDonald's and Walmart, are reducing their diversity efforts.
  • Despite prior success in increasing diversity within its workforce, Meta has decided to halt specific hiring practices aimed at minority groups.
  • This announcement coincides with Mark Zuckerberg's growing relationship with Donald Trump, including a financial commitment towards Trump's upcoming inauguration.

For the full article, visit The Guardian.


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