Walmart changes diversity policies, moves away from vigilant initiatives after Robby Starbuck speech | World news

Walmart has announced changes to its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, joining other major companies in moving away from the so-called “woke up“initiatives.
After discussions with anti-progressive activist and filmmaker Robby Starbuck at X, who had planned to publish content about Walmart’s policies, the company agreed to implement several changes. These include removing certain products aimed at young people and reassessing the funding of Pride events to prevent inappropriate content reaching children.
The retail giant has clarified that these adjustments have been under consideration for several years, independently of their dialogue with Starbuck.
In communication with FOX Business, Walmart confirmed plans to change its marketplace monitoring and grant review. They have already removed specific items that violated their guidelines, including bras that were marketed to children. While the company continues to support the Pride celebrations, the company will examine the funding of local events more carefully.
The company has decided to end its Racial Equity Center, which started in 2020 as a five-year program. They will also stop using terms like “LatinX” and “DEI” in official communications, preferring instead to emphasize “belonging” to all stakeholders.
Following companies like Ford and John Deere, Walmart has withdrawn from the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, which evaluates organizations’ LGBTQ+-related policies and practices.
Walmart acknowledged being informed of Starbucks’ planned video and maintains its policy of avoiding political commentary. The company expressed its commitment to grow with its diverse customer and employee base across America.
Starbuck sees these changes as significant, highlighting Walmart’s position as America’s largest employer, and suggests that these changes will broadly affect both suppliers and company culture. He remains committed to continuing his campaign against what he calls “awakening” in society.