The recent executive actions by the Trump administration to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have implications for the printing industry. In a new article on the Women in Print Alliance website, Lisbeth Lyons Black interviews Adriane Harrison, VP of Human Relations consulting at PRINTING United Alliance, about these impacts.
While the executive order does not outright ban diversity-focused hiring practices, it places DEI programs under increased scrutiny, which has led some large corporations to scale back or eliminate their DEI programs.
Despite these challenges, printing companies can still work toward diversity without violating the principles outlined in the new administration’s policies, Harrison notes. The key is to focus on broadening the applicant pool rather than enforcing race- or gender-based quotas. Companies can do this by expanding their recruitment outreach to include a variety of community organizations. Additionally, using digital tools and social media advertising can help reach a broader audience, ensuring that job openings are visible to candidates from different backgrounds.
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