Communication CWC United States Webcast

The Future of DEI in the Private Sector

Free to International Foundation and ISCEBS members

As diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts face increasing legal and political scrutiny, this session explores the evolving landscape for private sector employers. We’ll examine the implications of recent court decisions, shifting enforcement priorities at the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) and the legal risks associated with common DEI initiatives—from quota-based goals to employee resource groups (ERGs) and incentive structures. Participants will gain practical, legally grounded guidance for designing inclusive, defensible DEI programs that align with business objectives and withstand regulatory scrutiny.

Takeaways:

• Understand legal limits: Learn how to navigate DEI initiatives post–Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA) and avoid practices that may trigger reverse discrimination claims under Title VII.
• Reframe metrics and messaging: Discover how to move from rigid demographic goals to inclusive, business-driven benchmarks while updating DEI language to reflect current legal realities.
• Align DEI with compliance and strategy: Gain tools to reassess DEI policies, ensure legal review, and make a documented business case that satisfies both regulators and stakeholders.

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  Sarah Goodman

  Principal Attorney

  Offit Kurman