Navigating Title VI: The Legal Landscape Of DEI In Higher Ed

Description  Overview Colleges and universities are seeing a growing number of federal, state, and local demands to end programs designed to support students, staff, and faculty of historically underrepresented or minority identities. Institutions are faced with often conflicting guidance, as well as stakeholder perspectives, on the legality and benefit of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.  Attendees will receive an overview of Title VI, along with an update on the current administrative and legal landscape – exploring recent Department of Education Office for Civil Rights Investigations, Executive Orders from President Trump, guidance from federal agencies, and federal litigation.  Objectives Explore the historical context and evolving interpretation of Title VI law Examine current administrative and legal challenges to understand the challenges and risks of “DEI” programs Discuss points of consideration for risk mitigation Who Should Attend