Civil rights activists call for a Target boycott after retailer backs away from diversity programs
Civil rights activists have gathered outside Target's Minneapolis headquarters to call for a boycott of the retailing giant over its decision to phase out its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Civil Rights Activists and Entrepreneurs Split on Target Boycott After DEI Decision
Some believe in boycoting the company of over its DEI policy change while others say this hurts minority businesses.
Twin Cities activists rally crowd at Target HQ to boycott retailer after DEI rollback
A trio of Minnesotans who previously led reform efforts in the Twin Cities after George Floyd’s murder rallied more than 70 people outside Target’s corporate headquarters, calling for a boycott of the retailer over changes in the company’s diversity efforts.
Target Becomes the Latest Brand to Roll Back D.E.I.
The retailer joins a growing group of companies dropping commitments and policies on diversity and equity as President Trump fights the programs.
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Target scales back on its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
Target says it is joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that have come under attack from conservative activists and,
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Target slashes DEI initiatives and communities are torn
Senior Sports Reporter sits down with Black business owners about the recent decision to remove pro-DEI initiatives from Target Corporation.
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Local activists call for Target boycott after the Minneapolis-based retailer rolled back DEI initiatives
Target announced last week that it would end its diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and investments. Protesters called for a national boycott of Target during a rally Thursday in front of the offices of the Minneapolis-based retailer.
Target decision to end DEI policies met with mixed reaction on social media
Target’s announcement last week that the company would be ending its diversity initiatives caused a mixed response across social media.
Target is latest corporation to terminate DEI goals, in line with White House
The Minneapolis-based retailer said diversity will remain part of its business goals despite scaling back initiatives started in the wake of George Floyd’s murder.
Target Ends DEI Initiatives Following Trump's Executive Order
The move took place after President Donald Trump ordered federal agencies to investigate private sector entities for "illegal" DEI programs.
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From George Floyd to Donald Trump: How US corporations pivoted from diversity, equity, and inclusion
While 2020 saw DEI initiatives gather steam in the corporate sector, 2025 looks at a challenging year for such programmes in the US and around the world
Target Ending DEI Program, Other Equity Initiatives Amid Trump's Order
Target is the latest US company to retreat from policies designed to enhance racial and ethnic representation in the workplace.