What is the Difference Between EEO, Affirmative Action, and DEI?
DEI Vocabulary • 2m 7s
Reinforce your understanding of the federal government’s Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action programs and the legal compliance they require. Compare these to voluntary DEI initiatives that generate enormous benefits to companies, their employees, and financial performance.
Up Next in DEI Vocabulary
-
Is Intersex Considered a Gender?
Understand what intersex means, how it relates to gender, and why it would not be considered a gender identity.
-
What are Marginalized Groups?
Get a deeper understanding of the term “marginalized.” Recognize the many reasons that pushing specific groups of people to the sidelines of our society is both harmful to them and damaging to human culture. Confirm why treating people as individuals is key to eliminating marginalization.
-
What is Asexuality?
Here’s a helpful definition of the sexual orientation known as asexuality. Understand why people who are asexual may feel uncomfortable or excluded in workplace interactions and relationships. Learn how to ensure that asexual employees feel welcome, respected, and included.
