Does DEI stand a chance in 2025? What the data says & what to do about it

A new study from Leapsome among 1,000 HR decision-makers shows DEI on the chopping block, as economic pressures mount and cultural shifts deepen. One in three People leaders expect DEI budget cuts imminently. Over a third fear losing hard-won progress. So, how do you protect inclusion when priorities shift?

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Watch Leapsome and WRKdefined in an honest, data-backed conversation on what it really takes to sustain inclusive cultures in 2025. We brought together:

🎙 William Tincup, Co-Founder of WRKdefined, Analyst & DEI Advisor

🎙 Tiffany Anderjaska, HR consultant & People Project Lead at USC

🎙 Kelly Poon, GTM Enablement Principal at Leapsome

🎙 Madison Butler, CPO at The Employee Journey Blueprint

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You'll learn:

✅ How to secure leadership buy-in for your DEI strategy

✅ What the latest research reveals about leadership pushback and internal barriers

✅ How to handle budget cuts without losing momentum

✅ How to position DEI as essential for performance, engagement, and retention.
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We dive deep into real-world strategies, backed by data from Leapsome’s 2025 HR Insights Report.
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Watch the session now — because inclusion can’t wait.