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In today’s complex legal and political landscape, particularly in the US, DEI initiatives face scrutiny that can limit organisational efforts to implement impactful change. This panel will focus on practical, data-driven approaches to advancing DEI while navigating challenges such as affirmative action restrictions, political pressure, and privacy concerns. Speakers will provide frameworks and strategies for balancing aspirational goals with regulatory compliance. The session will draw insights from real-world cases, discussing how organisations are still pushing forward with DEI initiatives using people analytics and how leaders can sustain focus on long-term diversity, equity, and inclusion goals.

• Practical frameworks for DEI data collection amidst privacy and legal concerns.
• Approaching DEI targets: Aspirational goals versus set quotas.
• Managing legal risks while remaining committed to DEI.
• Leveraging impact reports to demonstrate transparency in DEI progress.
• Balancing employee data privacy with DEI objectives.
• Reporting DEI and ESG metrics for compliance and accountability.

• Learn strategies for maintaining DEI efforts despite legal challenges.
• Understand how to balance data privacy and DEI data reporting.
• Explore frameworks for integrating DEI progress into broader business metrics like sustainability and financial performance.
• Gain insights into how global companies, including S