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In the context of pending Supreme Court cases that are expected to restrict or eliminate race-conscious admissions policies at higher education institutions, Proskauer’s “Cos. Should Plan To Protect DEI Before Supreme Court Ruling” advises companies to prepare for a possible spillover effect into the corporate environment. The firm suggests companies review and consider adjustments to their DE&I programs that will comport with an anticipated race-neutral approach, yet continue to support their DE&I objectives. 

See also “The Supreme Court’s Upcoming Affirmative Action Decision: Potential Implications for Private-Sector Employers” (Compliance & Enforcement); “This Supreme Court case could spell the beginning of the end for affirmative action. It’s a looming crisis for corporate America” (Fortune); Akin Gump’s “Challenges Continue Regarding Expanding Diversity in The Boardroom and C-Suites” (page 4), and additional resources on our Racial Equality & Diversity and Human Capital/Workforce Management pages.

    This post first appeared in the weekly Society Alert!