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Australian Employers Cut DEI Programs Amid US Backlash

12/10/2025

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Pride in Diversity (PID) says major Australian employers are reducing DEI programs amid a US-led backlash.
PID reports 10% of executives are stepping back from DEI policies.
Some companies have canceled their membership with Pride in Diversity.
Paul Zahra, PID patron, criticized the retreat as responding to foreign culture wars.
PID still represents nearly 500 major employers, including ASX200 companies.

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Story summary

Pride in Diversity (PID) says major Australian employers are reducing DEI programs amid a US-led backlash.
PID reports 10% of executives are stepping back from DEI policies.
Some companies have canceled their membership with Pride in Diversity.
Paul Zahra, PID patron, criticized the retreat as responding to foreign culture wars.
PID still represents nearly 500 major employers, including ASX200 companies.