What is Diversity, Equity, Inclusion?

Recently, Trump blamed DEI for the terrible air-crafts crash in Washington, DC. Just so everyone knows, I wanted to explore what “Diversity, Equity, Inclusion” (DEI) really is. 

Basically, it consists of some organizational frameworks which seek to promote the fair treatment and full participation of all people, particularly groups who have historically been underrepresented or subject to discrimination on the basis of identity or disability.

To be more specific, it means adopting a more authentic behavior by fostering an environment where people from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives feel valued and have equal opportunities to thrive. 

Trump dislike this type of policy and it doesn’t please its white male electorate, as DEI efforts highlight inequalities and challenge assumptions about fairness, merit and the status quo. When someone identifies strongly with their group — whether as a white person, a man or a member of another dominant identity — they may see DEI initiatives as attacks on their assumptions. 

On the other hand, Examples of rejecting DEI include unfairly treating a person differently because of their race, religion or sexual orientation, and excluding people who use wheelchairs by not providing access. I hope this explanation sheds a fair light on the subject...