DEI Under a Different Name – A Necessary Shift?

Event Overview:

As 2025 unfolds, the landscape of DEI is shifting—not just in strategy, but in language itself. With DEI becoming a politically charged term in certain regions, particularly in the U.S., where it faces resistance from conservative policymakers, many organisations are reconsidering how they frame their inclusion efforts.

The question is: Should DEI evolve under a different name to sustain momentum? While some argue that rebranding DEI could help sidestep political resistance and maintain corporate buy-in, others fear that changing the terminology could dilute its significance.

This is not about abandoning DEI—but about adapting to ensure progress continues. How are companies navigating these shifting perceptions? What alternative terms are emerging, and do they carry the same impact?

What You’ll Learn

• 👉 The risks and rewards of renaming DEI: Does it improve engagement or weaken impact?
• 👉 What alternative terms really mean for DEI (including Organisational Development and the framework of FAIR)
• 👉 How organisations can position inclusion efforts for maximum impact

Why Attend?

• Learn how language impacts leadership buy-in
• Gain insights from real-world examples of organisations adapting their DEI strategies
• Connect with fellow HR and DEI leaders facing similar challenges