Multinational companies are balancing new DEI pressures in the U.S. and shifting expectations abroad. As the U.S. pulls back from its role as a global leader in DEI adoption, companies must reevaluate how their inclusion policies resonate across markets with divergent political climates, legal norms, and employee priorities.
Gravity Research’s State of Global DEI report unpacks where reputational risks are rising fastest—and how corporate leaders can adapt with precision.
Key Insights:
- Three high-risk issues: Immigration, racial equity, and LGBTQ+ rights generate the greatest reputational exposure globally. U.S. immigration policies are fueling backlash in Latin America and Europe, while growing LGBTQ+ protections in Asia Pacific are increasing employee demands for inclusive policies.
- Hotspot regions: Latin America, Western Europe, and Eastern Europe are experiencing the fastest-moving shifts in DEI norms, driven by populist politics, restrictive legislation, and rising social activism.
- Alignment matters: Companies perceived as either too aggressive or too passive on DEI are facing growing scrutiny from employees, policymakers, and investors.
- Near-term stress tests: Pride Month, immigration crackdowns, and evolving EU data and reporting mandates will pressure companies to clarify their stance across multiple markets.
Download the full report for a region-by-region breakdown of emerging DEI risks and prepare your team to lead with credibility in a complex global landscape.
