Diversequality
March 21, 2025
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Impact Points
- The Trump administration's suspension of $175 million in funding to the University of Pennsylvania over its transgender athlete policy represents a significant setback for DEI initiatives, particularly for transgender rights in educational institutions.
- The targeting of scholars from Georgetown, Columbia, and Brown for deportation under the Trump administration raises concerns about academic freedom and the inclusion of diverse voices in higher education, potentially stifling DEI progress in academia.
- The Pentagon's restoration of webpages dedicated to Black veterans and Navajo Code Talkers after public outcry indicates a positive response to demands for greater representation and acknowledgment of diverse contributions in military history, which is a step forward for DEI efforts.