Overview
- Goldman Sachs has removed mentions of 'Black' and other race-specific language from its 'One Million Black Women' and 'Black in Business' programs on its website.
- The 'One Million Black Women' initiative has been reframed to target low- and moderate-income populations, aligning with federal requirements to serve low-income neighborhoods.
- The description of the 'Black in Business' program now emphasizes helping entrepreneurs 'stay in the black,' moving away from a race-specific focus.
- Financial commitments for the programs have increased, with investment capital rising to $3.6 billion and philanthropic support reaching $41 million.
- These changes reflect a broader trend of Wall Street firms scaling back diversity initiatives in response to legal and regulatory pressures, including a 2023 Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action.