Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in education and corporate settings face growing retrenchment amid political and cultural backlash. Five equitable grading policies gained ground among K-12 schools, including no zeros and unlimited test retakes, though full adoption remains limited and teachers express mixed sentiments. Corporate disclosures on DEI terms and workforce demographic data have declined markedly in 2025 filings from major U.S. firms, reflecting caution amid legal and political risks. Universities grapple with debates on admissions reform including efforts around civil discourse assessments and criticisms about legacy admissions, with calls for expanded fairness measures.