Key takeaways:
- The governing district of Walt Disney World, now controlled by appointees of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, abolished diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
- The district also removed initiatives that were left over from when the district was controlled by Disney supporters.
- The decision to abolish the diversity, equity and inclusion programs has been met with criticism from many in the community.
On Tuesday, the governing district of Walt Disney World, now controlled by appointees of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, abolished diversity, equity and inclusion programs. This decision reflects DeSantis’ agenda of curtailing such programs in higher education and other areas.
In addition, the district also removed initiatives that were left over from when the district was controlled by Disney supporters. These initiatives awarded contracts based on goals of achieving racial or gender parity.
The district’s new administrator, Glenton Gilzean, is African American and a former head of the Central Florida Urban League. Gilzean expressed his disappointment with the decision to abolish the diversity, equity and inclusion programs. He noted that such initiatives are important for creating a more equitable and inclusive environment.
The decision to abolish the diversity, equity and inclusion programs has been met with criticism from many in the community. Critics argue that these programs are essential for promoting fairness and equality in the workplace.
The decision to abolish the diversity, equity and inclusion programs is a reflection of Governor DeSantis’ agenda. It remains to be seen how this decision will affect the district in the long run.
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