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In spite of anti-DEI pressures, top corporations continued to diversify in 2024: new research

Written by Richie Zweigenhaft, Professor of Psychology, Emeritus, Guilford College

Despite the Supreme Court’s 2023 decision banning affirmative action in college admissions, and mounting pressure on corporations to eliminate their diversity, equity and inclusion programs, the top 50 Fortune 500 companies continued to diversify their boards in 2024.

As a social psychologist, I’ve been tracking diversity on...

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In spite of anti-DEI pressures, top corporations continued to diversify in 2024: new research

This Anzac Day falls on a Saturday – and these states will be getting an extra public holiday

Volvo Trucks partners with WomenCan Australia to boost driver workforce and open the road to equal opportunity

Who checks Australian theme park rides and roller coasters are safe? A risk expert explains

Is Australia at risk of a recession? Here’s what the data actually shows

KPAT Hotels appoints acclaimed chef Marky Godbeer to helm the Sunshine Coast’s newest venue Sully's Rooftop

Why Australia is right to put affordable medicine ahead of beating US pharmaceutical tariffs

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

Perth's Southern Suburbs Are Running Their Own Race

What is Splunk? Certification and Eligibility? Tips and Tricks to Pass SPLK-1002 Exam on the First Attempt

As global trade rules falter, how can Australia protect itself from economic coercion?

The Top 9 Reasons to Live in Sydney's Sutherland Shire

Why the SME is now the primary engine of global cybercrime

Work-life Balance Key to Solving Construction Talent Shortage

How to Apply for More Jobs in Less Time Using AI Automation

Why Middle Australia Is Quietly Driving the Shift Away From Car Ownership

Launchd Acquires WeAreTENZING as ANZ Creator Economy Spend Nears $1 Billion

Time to punch above our weight and stop shadowboxing on AI

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