Apple Defeats Shareholder Effort to End Dei Programmes
Apple has successfully fended off a proposal asking the tech giant to consider ending its diversity practices, such as the use of race and sex in hiring decisions. A majority of shareholders rejected the measure, with Apple arguing that it was "inappropriately" trying to micromanage its programmes and policies. The company's stance on DEI has been influenced by fierce criticism from US President Donald Trump.
- This high-profile defeat highlights the shift in sentiment among corporate America towards diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, which may embolden other companies to prioritize similar practices.
- What are the long-term implications of a potential backlash against DEI policies, and how might it affect the broader social and cultural landscape of American workplaces?