From @WSJopinion: Trump started off strong with an attack on DEI at the National Science Foundation, but he’s now pursuing misguided priorities of his own, writes @HMDatMI https://t.co/7R8k4h1aRH ...

AI and Leadership - AI will change the way we work, demanding technically literate but deeply human leadership [2] - AI lacks consciousness and human emotion, making human interaction irreplaceable [3] - Inclusive leadership is a business-critical skill in the AI era [4] Inclusivity and Bias in AI - Products designed with a single perspective risk bias and exclusion at scale, impacting AI development [6] - A 2023 Stanford report indicated AI is predominantly built by males in limited geographical hubs [7] - The World Economic Forum's 2023 report showed that only 22% of AI professionals were women [7] - Biased AI decisions can damage people, trust, and brand reputation [9] - Inclusive leadership involves considering those not typically included, building solutions for non-average users [10] Practical Implementation of Inclusivity - When building or scaling a business, it is important to consider the needs of people with different nationalities and neurodiversity [12] - Smart businesses build for the future by considering inclusivity in design, such as office spaces [17] - Businesses that prioritize inclusivity are likely to be more profitable [18] - Leaders should question technology, invest in tools that augment human interaction, and consider who is excluded [21]

Google removes over 50 DEI groups from a list of groups it helps fund | TechCrunch https://t.co/gPMw5XasMC ...

Mortgage lenders have decided against embracing this DEI rollback plan from the Trump administration https://t.co/gHpV5P3jb7 ...

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Exclusive: Female investors are making progress in venture capital careers, but a slow fundraising market and the shift away from DEI is sapping that momentum https://t.co/t79eqgxn10 ...

University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business ended DEI-related partnerships amid persistent political pressure from the Trump administration https://t.co/g4Pi0HlA2B ...

Group 1 - Amazon's AI recruitment tool exhibited gender bias, favoring male candidates due to historical data skewed towards male applicants [1] - The tool was developed to streamline the hiring process but was ultimately disbanded after revealing its discriminatory tendencies [1] - The incident highlights the potential risks of AI in recruitment, emphasizing the need for careful oversight and modification of algorithms to prevent bias [1] Group 2 - The integration of AI into organizations is reshaping workplace culture, with a focus on the importance of inclusivity and diversity [2][3] - A report by Mercer indicates that only 33% of employees foresee positive changes in their workload due to AI and automation, suggesting a disconnect between technology adoption and workplace processes [2] - Companies are encouraged to create inclusive AI and technology to foster a positive workplace culture and address inherent biases [2] Group 3 - DEI (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion) principles are becoming critical indicators of corporate social responsibility, with companies like Yum China implementing initiatives to support diverse employees [4][5] - Recent trends show a decline in DEI momentum, with major companies like Microsoft and Boeing disbanding their DEI departments, raising concerns about the future of inclusivity in corporate environments [5][6] - The effectiveness of DEI initiatives is questioned, with calls for a deeper understanding of how workforce composition reflects customer needs [6][8] Group 4 - The concept of "belonging" is emerging as a crucial aspect of DEI, emphasizing meaningful connections between employees and organizations [16][17] - A Gallup study indicates that 59% of the global workforce engages in "quiet quitting," highlighting the impact of a lack of belonging on employee engagement and productivity [17] - Companies are urged to maintain a focus on human elements even as they embrace AI technologies, ensuring that employees feel valued and connected [19]

Marc Andreessen reportedly told group chat that universities will ‘pay the price’ for DEI | TechCrunch https://t.co/Fz6Rddm9VX ...

What do you guys make of this backlash like the DEI push back there has been. What does that look like from where you sit. I think there's this sort of lack of desire to have um you know formulas and regulations around some of this.But if you talk to most CEOs and boards, they're doing things because it's the right thing to do. So I think it's still really happening in the background. It's just probably lost a little bit of sort of like the steam and sort of the outward push that that that folks are being f ...