Explore Workplace Equity and Inclusion Insights with your January Guide from EDGE Empower®
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Dear Friend,

 

Welcome to our first newsletter of 2025!

 

As we step into 2025, we reflect on 2024’s political and legal pressures that reshaped DE&I—along with the bold moves that continue to unfold, such as Costco’s stand against anti-DEI proposals. In this issue, we also spotlight IFF’s remarkable progress, with insights from Jessica Gilbert, Global Head of DE&I, underscoring the value of inclusive leadership. We hope these curated articles inspire you to refine your DE&I strategies for the year ahead.

 

Warm regards,

Your EDGE Team

Insight

Don't miss tomorrow's HR industry news

Are DEI initiatives in trouble? Caroline Colvin's article uncovers the challenges faced by companies in 2024 as political pressure and legal concerns take centre stage. With misunderstandings about DEI's impact on certain groups, experts are left wondering: how can we navigate this landscape while maintaining support from the top? Discover the strategies that could make or break DEI's future.

 

4 Predictions That Will Shape The Future Of DEI In 2025

DEI practitioners are increasingly using data and AI to address disparities. However, proper safeguards and ongoing updates are essential for AI's effective and fair use.

News

Did Costco just reset the narrative around DEI?

In a bold move, Costco has rejected an anti-DEI shareholder proposal, staunchly defending its diversity policies as beneficial for business relationships and shareholder value. Daphne Howland's insightful article explores how Costco's carefully crafted response could potentially reset the narrative surrounding the DEI debate, providing a roadmap for other companies to navigate this controversial issue without capitulating to anti-DEI proponents.

Data

The Charts that Help Make Sense of 2024

Seven charts. Seven themes. One remarkable year. Explore 2024's transformative trends, from AI's rise to the economic effects of populist leaders. The data tells a compelling story.

Foresight

Research: Why Forming Diverse Teams Is Harder in Uncertain Times

Why is forming diverse teams harder in uncertain times? Anyi Ma and her co-authors explore this in their HBR piece, revealing why people prefer familiarity over diversity during turbulence. Learn their strategies to overcome these challenges and benefit from diverse teams.

 

Success starts with relationships and planning

IFF's DE&I initiatives achieved a 75% survey response rate across 21 countries and jumped from 25th to 10th in global gender equality. Discover the strategies driving this success.

 

How corporate DEI approaches will change in 2025, according to top HR executives from Lenovo, PwC, and Canva

What’s next for corporate DEI? Fortune's Emma Burleigh and Brit Morse discuss with HR leaders from Lenovo, PwC, and Canva on evolving strategies for 2025 and steps to foster inclusivity.

 

Regardless of where you find yourself on the journey to fostering a more diverse and inclusive workplace, EDGE Empower® serves as your trusted guide. Why wait? Discover more by scheduling a demo with us today.

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