Diversequality

March 28, 2025

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Impact Points
  • The University of Michigan announced the closure of its DEI office and the end of its DEI programs, signaling a significant rollback in institutional support for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Trump's administration has revoked $11 billion in funding for addiction and mental health care, which disproportionately affects marginalized communities, further exacerbating inequities in access to health services.
  • Marco Rubio's actions in canceling over 300 visas related to pro-Palestine protests highlight a trend of targeting individuals based on their political beliefs, which can create a chilling effect on free expression and activism among marginalized groups.
  • The Trump administration's challenge to California's ban on 'forced outing' of students' gender identity to parents threatens the privacy and safety of transgender students, undermining their rights and protections.
  • Democratic senators are pushing for an investigation into Trump's education cuts, which could have long-term negative impacts on students, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds.