1 in 10 Companies With DEI Programs Avoid Hiring White Men

Some companies scale back DEI efforts under political pressure, while others remain committed

GUAYNABO, Puerto Rico, April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- ResumeBuilder.com, the premier resource for professional resume templates and career advice, has published a recent survey report examining companies' diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. The report also provides insights into the impact of political pressures on DEI initiatives. In total, ResumeBuilder.com surveyed 1,216 U.S. hiring managers.

The survey reveals that while many companies continue to invest in DEI programs, others are scaling back or eliminating these initiatives entirely. Among companies with DEI programs, 6 in 10 hiring managers say diversity is prioritized over qualifications, and 1 in 10 report that their company avoids hiring white men. Additionally, 35% believe reverse discrimination occurs at their organization.

"Employers must ensure that hiring practices are based on skills and qualifications, not on demographic factors, to maintain fairness and legal compliance," says Chief Career Advisor Stacie Haller. "Reverse discrimination in hiring occurs when individuals from majority groups are unfairly treated based on protected characteristics like race, gender, or age. Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, all forms of workplace discrimination based on race, sex, religion, or national origin are prohibited."

Survey results also highlight shifting attitudes toward DEI programs. Among companies that ended their DEI efforts, 73% did so within the past six months, often citing political reasons. Furthermore, 76% of hiring managers at companies with DEI programs believe the initiatives exist, at least in part, for appearances rather than authentic commitment. Despite these challenges, 78% of hiring managers say DEI initiatives are beneficial to workplace culture, although one in four would prefer to scale them back or eliminate them altogether.

This survey was commissioned by ResumeBuilder.com and conducted online by the polling platform Pollfish. It was launched on April 14, 2025, and 1,216 full-time U.S. hiring managers completed the survey. Eligibility criteria included being at least 25 years old, having a household income of at least $75,000, holding an associate degree or higher, working at a company with more than 11 employees, and being directly involved in company hiring decisions.

To view the complete report, please visit: https://www.resumebuilder.com/1-in-10-companies-with-dei-programs-avoid-hiring-white-men/

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