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So much ink has been spilled recently about the viability and legality of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the workplace. This week, a federal court weighed in on whether a Pacific Northwest employer’s DEI training created a hostile work environment for a white employee. It didn’t. More
importantly,
the court clarified a key point many have overlooked: DEI training is not inherently unlawful. This ruling carri
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s significant implications for employers dedicated to fostering inclusive workplaces with DEI training. Here are three key takeaways from the court’s decision. 1. DEI Progra
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owledged that DEI