Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) parameters remain at the forefront of organisational priorities for 2025¹. Concurrently, geopolitical conversations have reallocated its importance in the people management strategies.

According to HR Dive¹, one of the major trends is the increased focus on metrics. DEI practitioners continue using quantitative data to reveal disparities in the workplace and identify areas where interventions are needed.

Global businesses remain focussed in DEI reporting by rebranding collective criteria to a more acceptable approach of singular Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plus Belonging aspects.

Organisations are leveraging AI tools to review job descriptions, assess pay equity, and analyse hiring and promotion data. This information helps identify and address biases, ensuring a more inclusive workplace.

The evolving workforce should cater for all talent that is able to add value in organisational structures.

There is a growing trend towards collaboration among DEI practitioners, even in the face of pushback. Practitioners are coming together to brainstorm and strategise innovative ways to advance DEI initiatives.

^{Source: https://www.hrdive.com/news/dei-trends-2025/736475/}