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The backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion in business is in full force − but myths obscure the real value of DEI

Written by Adia Harvey Wingfield, Professor of Sociology, Arts & Sciences at Washington University in St. Louis

Inclusive workplaces are good for morale as well as the bottom line.Luis Alvarez/DigitalVision via Getty Images

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The backlash against diversity, equity and inclusion in business is in full force − but myths obscure the real value of DEI

With no easy options, RBA raises interest rates for the third time to quell inflation

The Victorian budget is cleverly structured for an election. But is it too late to make a difference?

Job scams create hiring risk for Australian businesses

NZ-India free trade deal: were early fears about immigration and investment justified?

With a shrinking population, China needs new drivers of growth. Consumer spending has yet to fill the gap

Chinese companies are increasingly taking on foreign governments. It’s not just the Port of Darwin

Traditions of Rural Bali at Villa Sabana

A Practical Buyer’s Guide to Inspecting Older Queenslander Homes

Australian Skin Clinics appoint new CEO as it continues its expansion

Solera launches industry-first solution for insurers to meet growing sustainability needs

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PayNuts Unveils Expanded Integrated Solutions and Refreshed Brand to Support Australian SMEs

BizCover Brings Australia’s First AI-Based Insurance Quotes to ChatGPT

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