Diversity, equity and inclusion - Revision history

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			[[Diversity, equity and inclusion]] (DEI) refers to a set of principles and practices aimed at ensuring that all individuals have equal access to opportunities, resources, and representation in various aspects of society, including education, employment, and governance. These principles seek to address systemic barriers and historical inequities by promoting fairness, respect, and the active inclusion of underrepresented groups. While DEI initiatives have gained prominence in recent decades, they remain a subject of debate, with critics and supporters offering divergent perspectives on their implementation and impact.
	[[File:GWBFWm1XcAAKiPX.jpeg\|thumb\|Meme from [[Pro-Male Memes]] demonstrating the reality of DEI.]]

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			[[Diversity, equity and inclusion]] encompasses efforts to create environments where individuals from all backgrounds—regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or other characteristics—are valued and empowered. Equity, in particular, focuses on addressing disparities by providing tailored support to those who have been historically marginalized. Inclusion emphasizes the creation of spaces where all individuals feel respected and able to contribute meaningfully. These principles are often applied in corporate settings, educational institutions, and public policy to foster more representative and equitable systems.
	According to the collectively bargained agreement’s detractors, MPS will target white teachers for layoffs to solve for “past discrimination.”
	<ref>https://thegrio.com/2022/08/19/the-whitelash-behind-minneapolis-plan-to-fire-white-teachers-explained/</ref>
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			{{H2\|Controversies and Criticisms}}
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			Critics of DEI initiatives have raised concerns about their implementation and perceived consequences. For example, detractors of the Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) plan to address historical inequities have argued that the approach could lead to the disproportionate targeting of white teachers for layoffs, citing claims of "past discrimination" as a justification. <ref>https://thegrio.com/2022/08/19/the-whitelash-behind-minneapolis-plan-to-fire-white-teachers-explained/</ref> Such criticisms often highlight tensions between addressing systemic inequities and ensuring fairness for all groups. Additionally, some argue that the pursuit of equity inherently requires the redistribution of resources, a concept that has sparked debate about its practical implications and potential unintended consequences. <ref>https://thegrio.com/2022/08/19/the-whitelash-behind-minneapolis-plan-to-fire-white-teachers-explained/</ref>
	And this concept does not just apply to Minneapolis Public Schools; it’s actually how the world work(sic). To achieve equity, someone must suffer.
	<ref>https://thegrio.com/2022/08/19/the-whitelash-behind-minneapolis-plan-to-fire-white-teachers-explained/</ref>
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			In many jurisdictions, laws prohibit discrimination based on protected characteristics such as sexual orientation during the hiring process. However, some organizations have faced scrutiny for collecting demographic data post-hiring as part of DEI initiatives, including the use of quotas. Critics argue that such practices may conflict with legal restrictions on discrimination, raising questions about the compatibility of DEI goals with existing regulations. <ref>https://www.insidehighered.com/news/diversity/race-ethnicity/2025/12/15/dei-dead-or-changing</ref> These tensions underscore the complex ethical and legal challenges associated with implementing DEI policies in practice.
	Anyone who advocates for economic equity must also advocate for the redistribution of resources. That’s how diversity, equity and inclusion work.(sic)
	<ref>https://thegrio.com/2022/08/19/the-whitelash-behind-minneapolis-plan-to-fire-white-teachers-explained/</ref>
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			The term "[[Diversity, equity and inclusion]]" has been subject to alternative interpretations and criticisms, including claims that it may be conflated with other concepts such as:
		⚫	* Diversion, Exclusion and Inequity
		⚫	* Division, Exclusion and Indoctrination
		⚫	* Discrimination, Exclusion and Indoctrination
		⚫	* Didn't Earn It

			These interpretations often reflect broader ideological debates about the goals and methods of DEI initiatives. Further analysis of these perspectives can be found in discussions about the role of DEI in contemporary society. <ref>https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/04/03/ndhj-a03.html</ref>
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⚫	*Diversion, Exclusion and Inequity
			Some critics have highlighted apparent contradictions in DEI practices, such as the legal restrictions on asking about sexual orientation during hiring versus the collection of such data after employment to assess progress toward DEI goals. <ref>https://www.insidehighered.com/news/diversity/race-ethnicity/2025/12/15/dei-dead-or-changing</ref> These issues illustrate the ongoing challenges of aligning DEI objectives with legal frameworks and ethical standards.
⚫	*Division Exclusion and Indoctrination
⚫	*Discrimination, Exclusion and Indoctrination
⚫	*Didn't Earn It

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	https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/04/03/ndhj-a03.html

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	In many jurisdictions it is illegal to ask about sexual orientation during the hiring process. Many companies then go on to asked employers about their sexual orientation after having been hired. This is ostensibly part of DEI initiatives such as DEI quotas. But if they can't ask while hiring then the knowledge about whether they are meeting DEI quotas can't help them.
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	https://www.insidehighered.com/news/diversity/race-ethnicity/2025/12/15/dei-dead-or-changing

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Robert Brockway at 13:33, 27 December 2025

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	In many jurisdictions it is illegal to ask about sexual orientation during the hiring process. Many companies then go on to asked employers about their sexual orientation after having been hired. This is ostensibly part of DEI initiatives such as DEI quotas. But if they can't ask while hiring then the knowledge about whether they are meeting DEI quotas can't help them.		In many jurisdictions it is illegal to ask about sexual orientation during the hiring process. Many companies then go on to asked employers about their sexual orientation after having been hired. This is ostensibly part of DEI initiatives such as DEI quotas. But if they can't ask while hiring then the knowledge about whether they are meeting DEI quotas can't help them.

			https://www.insidehighered.com/news/diversity/race-ethnicity/2025/12/15/dei-dead-or-changing

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Robert Brockway at 13:26, 13 November 2024

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	*Diversion, Exclusion, and Inequity		*Diversion, Exclusion and Inequity
			*Division Exclusion and Indoctrination
	*Discrimination, Exclusion and Indoctrination		*Discrimination, Exclusion and Indoctrination
	*Didn't Earn It		*Didn't Earn It

Robert Brockway at 15:28, 13 October 2024

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Robert Brockway at 15:28, 13 October 2024

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			Alternative meanings:
⚫	"Diversion, Exclusion, and Inequity"

		⚫	*Diversion, Exclusion, and Inequity
⚫	"Didn't Earn It"
			*Discrimination, Exclusion and Indoctrination
		⚫	*Didn't Earn It

	https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/04/03/ndhj-a03.html		https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/04/03/ndhj-a03.html

Robert Brockway at 23:43, 27 August 2024

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	[[File:GWBFWm1XcAAKiPX.jpeg\|Meme from [[Pro-Male Memes]] demonstrating the reality of DEI.]]		[[File:GWBFWm1XcAAKiPX.jpeg\|thumb\|Meme from [[Pro-Male Memes]] demonstrating the reality of DEI.]]

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Robert Brockway at 23:43, 27 August 2024

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			[[File:GWBFWm1XcAAKiPX.jpeg\|Meme from [[Pro-Male Memes]] demonstrating the reality of DEI.]]

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	According to the collectively bargained agreement’s detractors, MPS will target white teachers for layoffs to solve for “past discrimination.”		According to the collectively bargained agreement’s detractors, MPS will target white teachers for layoffs to solve for “past discrimination.”

Robert Brockway at 14:02, 1 June 2024

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			In many jurisdictions it is illegal to ask about sexual orientation during the hiring process. Many companies then go on to asked employers about their sexual orientation after having been hired. This is ostensibly part of DEI initiatives such as DEI quotas. But if they can't ask while hiring then the knowledge about whether they are meeting DEI quotas can't help them.

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Robert Brockway at 17:11, 6 April 2024

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Robert Brockway at 13:04, 22 March 2024

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	"Diversion, Exclusion, and Inequity"		"Diversion, Exclusion, and Inequity"

			"Didn't Earn It"

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