Apple is urging shareholders to reject a proposal aimed at eliminating its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, while other tech companies are also reevaluating similar plans before Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House.
The National Center for Public Policy Research, a conservative think tank, is advising Apple to stop its DEI initiatives, claiming they pose legal, reputational, and financial risks to the company. The proposal is set for a vote at Apple’s annual meeting on February 25th.
In Notice to shareholders, Apple’s board recommends voting against the proposal as the company already has compliance measures in place to address any risks, and the proposal could hinder Apple’s ability to manage its operations effectively.
Following Meta’s decision to end its DEI program, Apple is facing similar scrutiny due to changing legal and policy landscapes in the US, as well as differing opinions on DEI initiatives.
The announcement coincides with Meta’s plan to revisit its moderation practices to emphasize freedom of expression.
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Amazon also made headlines by reducing its diversity programs, citing the retirement of outdated materials and programs related to representation and inclusion in a memo to its employees.
Source: www.theguardian.com
