In recent years, many organisations have reassessed their approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. This shift is partly driven by political narratives, especially in the US, where there’s a trend towards downplaying the need to drive the agenda, reintegrating DEI initiatives back into HR departments, and mis-using the term ‘woke’ with negative connotations. But according to Gita Singham-Willis, this approach risks undermining the very essence of what DEI stands for.

DEI cannot be confined to HR practices alone. DEI has to stand as much more than a set standard of initiatives, serving as a fundamental aspect of organisational culture and a crucial driver of long-term business sustainability.

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