January 20, 2026
Labor & Employment Law Perspectives
Illegal DEI? Understanding Compliance, Risk, and the Real Focus of Enforcement
In the past year, workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs have attracted heightened attention from federal agencies. For some employers, this scrutiny has sparked confusion. As the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) sharpens its focus on DEI, the agency is making the rounds to educate and inform employers of the EEOC’s current approach to enforcement.
