Some Education Department staff put on leave over alleged diversity training program, sources say

Category: Education

Dozens of Department of Education employees were placed on administrative leave, believed to be linked to their participation in a voluntary 'Diversity Change-Agent Training Program.' The leave is not disciplinary but follows an executive order from President Trump aimed at eliminating DEI programs. Employees report confusion and distress over the situation, as they were previously evaluated on DEI standards. The training aimed to promote diversity and inclusion within the department, raising questions about the retroactive application of the executive order.

Keywords: Department of Education, Diversity Training, Administrative Leave

Source: ABC News

Update At: 2/4/2025

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