Anti-DEI Shareholder Proposals on the Rise: What Companies Need to Know (2023–2025)

Shareholder proposals targeting corporate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have surged across Russell 3000 companies in recent years. According to a new analysis powered by MyLogIQ‘s CompanyIQ® research platform, these “anti-DEI” proposals more than doubled in the 2025 proxy year compared to previous years—yet none have passed, garnering on average just 2% or less in shareholder support.

Key Findings from the Report

• Proposal Growth: Anti-DEI shareholder proposals more than doubled in 2025.
• Top Sponsors: 72% came from the National Center for Public Policy and Research (NCPPR), 17% from the National Legal and Policy Center (NLPC), 4% from Bowyer Research, and 7% from other groups.
• Targets & Themes: Most proposals focus on employees, workplace civil rights, or perceived discrimination against non-minority employees. A new trend in 2025 is proposals targeting DEI-linked executive compensation.
• Support Levels: None have passed, with the highest support at just 7%.

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