Accelerating DEI in 2025

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has traditionally been shaped by external forces, reflecting the broader societal winds that influence our collective mindset – now those winds are shifting. Over the past few years, DEI has faced an unexpected challenge: a growing pushback.

Amid growing public debate, concerns around DEI have been amplified by a new mix of politics, online commentary and economic uncertainty. In some circles, DEI is increasingly portrayed not as a pathway to greater inclusion, but as a source of division — reflecting broader tensions around identity, fairness, and belonging.

This message resonates particularly with individuals who perceive themselves as sidelined by globalization, disadvantaged by economic change, or alienated by evolving cultural norms.

The result is DEI is no longer just under scrutiny. It’s under pressure. Download the whitepaper to discover how to turn DEI backlash into an opportunity for deeper, more sustainable change.