UNC Repeals DEI Policies, Joining Growing List of States Rolling Back Diversity Initiatives

The University of North Carolina introduces a new policy focused on equality, amid nationwide DEI program eliminations

The University of North Carolina's board repealed its DEI policy, joining other states like Florida, Texas, and Utah in eliminating such programs.
The new policy, 'Equality Within the University of North Carolina,' aims to ensure equality of all persons and viewpoints but removes key DEI elements.
Protests erupted following the vote, with students and demonstrators expressing opposition to the repeal.
The move aligns with a broader trend of state governments and institutions rolling back DEI initiatives, often driven by right-wing lawmakers and donors.
Other universities, including those in Iowa, Kansas, and Oklahoma, have also scaled back or rebranded their DEI efforts.