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5 Tips to Show an Authentic Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion on Social Media

Articles Feb 22, 2023

Every year, more brands are joining the conversation about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on social media. Perhaps your brand has participated by posting in honor of Black History Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, or Pride Month.

While awareness of these diversity holidays is a good first step, brands must go beyond one-off statements to show a true and authentic commitment to DEI. As a social media marketer, diversity, equity, and inclusion should be integrated into your social strategy for the long term. Otherwise, brands risk being called performative, or worse, alienating the very people you are trying to engage.

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Allison Bennett

Allison Bennett, CDE, is Manager, Inclusive Marketing at The Diversity Movement. She provides B2B digital marketing with experience in project management and building professional development courses.