2025 EDI Strategy and Workplace Trends Survey

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Is the UK Following the US in Rolling Back EDI Policies? Have Your Say

The landscape of workplace Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is shifting, with the UK potentially at a turning point. Following US President Donald Trump’s dismantling of federal DEI policies and a wave of US corporations scaling back their commitments, questions are emerging about whether UK businesses will follow suit.

HRreview is launching a 2025 EDI Strategy and Workplace Trends Survey to gain insights from HR professionals, business leaders and EDI practitioners on how organisations are adapting. Is investment in DEI holding steady, or are companies reassessing their priorities? How is the changing political climate influencing workplace policies?

With a still relatively new UK Labour government in power, businesses face potential regulatory changes alongside ongoing debates around “anti-woke” sentiment and generational divides in the workplace. Some organisations continue strengthening their DEI commitments, while others may be adjusting their strategies due to financial constraints, compliance concerns or shifting workforce expectations.

This survey explores key issues, including:

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  • Changes in DEI investment and priorities
  • Alignment between DEI initiatives and business strategy
  • Preparation for potential regulatory shifts
  • Workplace tensions surrounding “woke” and traditional policies
  • The impact of DEI policies on employee retention

Your participation will help build a clearer picture of the state of DEI in UK workplaces. All responses are confidential and will contribute to an in-depth analysis aimed at driving industry best practices and informed discussions.

The survey takes approximately five minutes to complete. Please share your experiences and help shape the conversation on the future of workplace inclusion. As a thank you for taking part, you’ll be entered into a prize draw to win a free place on our upcoming Diversity & Inclusion Masterclass (valued at £299 + VAT).

Prize Draw Details:

How to Enter:

  • Complete the survey below.
  • Survey closes on March 14, 2025.
  • A winner will be chosen at random from all completed survey responses received by the closing date.
  • The winner will be notified by email within 7 days of the closing date.
  • No purchase necessary.

 

2025 DEI Strategy and Workplace Trends Survey

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Name(Required)
How has your organisation’s approach to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) changed in the past month? Select all that apply(Required)
If your organisation has modified or eliminated any EDI programmes or training sessions, what were the main reasons?
To what extent do current EDI initiatives align with your core business strategy?(Required)
How prepared do you feel for potential changes in EDI regulations introduced by the UK Labour government?(Required)
What steps has your organisation taken to ensure continued compliance with EDI-related legal requirements (e.g. pay gap reporting, protected characteristics legislation)?(Required)
Have you observed generational conflicts or tensions regarding "woke" versus traditional workplace policies?(Required)
Has your company experienced any backlash or staff turnover specifically related to perceptions of EDI or "woke" policies?(Required)

Chernelle Vaughan is a Marketing Manager at HRreview, an HR news, opinion, and advice publication. She is an author and content creator who contributes articles and hosts podcasts covering contemporary workplace topics including employee experience, remote working, generational workplace dynamics, and organizational culture. She holds education from the University of Westminster and is based in Merton, England.

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