Elimination of Federal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programs Threatens Economic Stability and National Security
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
January 22, 2025
Elimination of Federal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programs
Threatens Economic Stability and National Security
Washington, D.C. – Today, the National Fair Housing Alliance® (NFHA™) released the following statement from Nikitra Bailey, Executive Vice President, in response to President Trump’s Executive Orders aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs:
“All of us deserve to thrive. Eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion programs will not help grow our economy or expand opportunities for everyday people to access the American Dream. Our nation is at its strongest when our differences are celebrated, not used to drive us apart. This type of political posturing has serious economic impacts for our nation; reducing access to opportunities for communities that have traditionally had less access and preserving them for a very small class of wealthier individuals, exploding wealth gaps, driving up the cost for homeownership, and impacting our national security, among many others.
Unfortunately, discrimination in our nation is not a relic of the past. Diversity, equity, and inclusion open the door for all people to have a chance to be considered free of bias and receive a fair chance to succeed. They embody our nation’s highest ideals and our shared commitment to liberty and justice for all. It is critical for the government to develop and implement effective policies for every person in this country to fairly access opportunity, allowing them to reach their fullest potential and enhancing our collective prosperity.”
NFHA will vigorously oppose these illegal Executive Orders by the new Trump Administration.”
About the National Fair Housing Alliance
The National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) is the country’s only national civil rights organization dedicated solely to eliminating all forms of housing and lending discrimination and ensuring equal opportunities for all people. Through its community development, education and outreach, responsible AI, member services, public policy and advocacy, consulting and compliance, and enforcement initiatives, NFHA works to dismantle longstanding discriminatory barriers and build inclusive, resilient, well-resourced communities where everyone can thrive.