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State of DEI Report: How Enterprise Leaders Are Navigating Political Challenges
Insights from corporate DEI leaders on shifting strategies, stakeholder support, and the future of DEI
The DEI landscape is shifting rapidly as political, leadership, and organizational pressures reshape strategies.
To understand how enterprise DEI leaders are adapting, we surveyed 45 senior leaders for a real-time pulse check on how they are making critical adjustments to sustain their initiatives.
Key insights in the report:
- Stakeholder support remains steady, but 9% report a decline, signaling emerging challenges.
- Leadership commitment averages 7.5/10, though responses vary widely, reflecting inconsistencies in support.
- Political pressures are intensifying, with 68% of leaders saying anti-DEI actions are having a greater impact than expected.
- Messaging and branding are evolving, as nearly half of companies are actively rebranding or reconsidering their DEI approach.
- Career uncertainty is rising, with 42% of DEI leaders considering a career change in the past three months.
View the full report to explore how top DEI leaders are navigating these challenges, adapting their strategies, and driving impact in today’s evolving landscape.
