Over half of U.S. workers prioritize DEI in job search
VIRGINIA, UNITED STATES — New findings from Eagle Hill Consulting revealed that 53% of American workers consider a company’s approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) crucial when job hunting.
This priority is even higher among younger demographics, with 77% for Gen Z and 63% for Millennial employees.
Despite this, only 29% of all workers feel their current employer has made substantial DEI strides in the past six months.
Notably, marginalized groups reported more progress, as 46% of people with physical impairments, 40% of LGBTQ and military veterans, and 39% of neurodiverse individuals said their firms have DEI initiatives in place.
Among ethnic groups, 39% of Asian/Pacific Islander employees, 35% of Hispanic/Latino, and 33% of African American/Black workers observed increased DEI actions by their employers.
The study comes at a time when companies show mixed commitment to DEI. Some are ramping up efforts, while others are reducing staff and budgets focused on diversity.
“What’s clear from Eagle Hill’s new research is that DEI is a priority issue for a large share of the workforce and can drive employee decisions on where to work,” said Eagle Hill Consulting President and CEO Melissa Jezior.
She added that the research showed that “all workers place a high value on bringing their authentic self to the job, feeling a sense of belonging and connection at work, and identifying with their colleagues and leaders.”
Conducted from July 7 to 12, 2023, the research gathered insights from 1,395 U.S. employees on their workplace DEI perspectives.
