Google’s parent company, Alphabet, has removed mention of “diversity, equity, and inclusion” from its annual report to the Securities and Exchange Commission and has ended hiring goals for representation. This decision comes amidst the Trump administration’s targeting of DEI policies in the federal government, leading to corporate America reevaluating their own initiatives. In its updated 10-K report, Alphabet removed previous language committing to DEI efforts, stating that the company is reviewing its programs to create a more inclusive workplace. Google has also updated its diversity website, changing its Chief Diversity Officer’s title to VP, People Operations, and discontinuing aspirational hiring goals tied to representation.
The company’s Employee Resource Groups will remain in place, supporting various communities within Google. This shift away from diversity hiring goals follows a trend in corporate America of scaling back DEI initiatives since Trump’s presidency. Companies such as McDonald’s, Meta, and Lowe’s have also reevaluated their DEI programs in recent months, while others like Costco and Delta Air Lines have maintained their commitments to diversity and inclusion. Overall, the changes at Google reflect a broader trend in corporate America to reassess and modify DEI policies in response to changing political landscapes and public scrutiny.
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