Resources

Attacks on diversity efforts limit racially equitable opportunities for learners and workers of color.

Colleges are abandoning equity-focused workforce projects to avoid anti-DEI laws targeting higher education.

Colleges, employers, and policymakers must remain committed to equity to meet the needs of today's workforce.

A complex political climate impacts colleges and their partners’ equity messaging, especially racial equity.

Colleges respond to this complexity by using 5 messaging frames that successfully support equity promotion.

Public funders can empower colleges to maintain their commitment to racial equity through key practices.

Anti-DEI legislation primarily impacts faculty of color or those of different racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Even when bills do not become law, faculty of color feel pressured to make changes, and many are leaving.

Faculty of color are more likely to include diverse perspectives and use student-centered approaches.

Policy tracker developed by NASPA professionals that captures current legislation affecting student affairs.

Job-seeking guidance for educators making a transition or whose jobs have been eliminated or changed.

Education on maintaining individual and institutional well-being in the face of hostile legislative climates.

Anti-DEI efforts counter democratic pluralism and access, limiting social mobility.

Proactive strategies can safeguard DEI; align with board/boss for institutional resilience.

DEI is essential for diverse democratic communities; assert its values beyond defense.

The majority of Americans believe DEI programs are beneficial for students and institutions.

The majority of Americans see the value of a higher ed system that is inclusive, among students and faculty.

While there are gaps between parties, the share of Republicans that support DEI initiatives is significant.

Free, timely, and confidential advice to any campus instructor or administrator.

Advisors have expertise in political science, communications, DEI, constructive dialogue and administration.

Help Desk is especially prepared to support educators through the contentious election season.

Access "The New Playbook" for talking points about how to navigate the anti-DEI and anti-Academic movements.

Join monthly Zoom meetings for presidents and leaders in the higher education space.

Watch videos with students talking about DEI and why it's important to them.