Nissan closes curtain on DEI efforts
Nissan closes curtain on DEI efforts
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Nissan to roll back DEI efforts
Diversity, equity and inclusion. DEI. It's been the subject of controversy for years. Critics call it offensive to meritocracy, while supporters say it has the ability to help offset historical trends in hiring. Nissan is one of many companies to roll back DEI programs in the wake of falling profits.
"My hope is that we don't throw out the baby with the bath water," University of Tennessee business professor Timothy Munyon said. "It is so critically important to create an environment where people are included, where they feel that they are fairly treated, and, frankly, where we have diversity to reflect our customers."
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