New study finds DEI initiatives creating ‘hostile attribution bias’

New study finds DEI initiatives creating 'hostile attribution bias'



Study Reveals Potential Harms of DEI Training

Study Reveals Potential Psychological Harms of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training

Recent research conducted by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI) in collaboration with Rutgers University has raised alarming concerns regarding the psychological impacts of certain Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training programs. According to the study, which was released on Monday, some training methodologies may inadvertently increase hostility and punitive attitudes among participants, particularly concerning sensitive topics such as race, religion, and caste.

Hostility Induced by DEI Pedagogy

The study indicates that individuals exposed to DEI pedagogy exhibited significant increases in hostile attribution bias, potentially leading to long-term intergroup hostility and authoritarian behavior. Joel Finkelstein, the Chief Science Officer at NCRI and co-author of the study, articulated the concerns by explaining, “We took many of these ideas that are still very prominent in various DEI lectures and interventions and assessed their impact on people. We discovered that exposure to these ideologies can incite hostility without any indication that actual racist behavior has occurred.”

Statistics on DEI Training in the Workplace

A Pew Research Center survey conducted in 2023 found that a notable 52% of American workers participate in DEI training events at their workplaces. Furthermore, it was reported that approximately billion is allocated annually towards these programs, advised by experts like Professor Iris Bohnet from Harvard Kennedy School.

Debating the Effectiveness of DEI Programs

Despite the substantial investment in DEI initiatives, the effectiveness of such programs has evolved into a contentious topic. The NCRI study questions whether these programs genuinely alleviate societal tensions or inadvertently worsen them. Researchers measured explicit bias, social distancing, demonization, and authoritarian tendencies within both DEI materials and control materials.

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Raising Concerns on Anti-racist Messaging

The NCRI’s research incorporated materials from prominent thought leaders such as Ibram X. Kendi and Robin DiAngelo, particularly focusing on anti-racist content that emphasizes an awareness of systemic oppression as depicted in Kendi’s book, “How to Be an Antiracist.” Notably, those who reviewed these anti-racist materials demonstrated heightened sensitivity towards perceived racial bias and were more inclined to endorse punitive actions against individuals accused of “microaggressions,” regardless of evidence.

Implications Beyond Racial Issues

The potential psychological harms linked to DEI programming are not confined to racial issues alone. The NCRI study revealed that religious identities can also be negatively affected. A segment of the research highlighted how anti-Islamophobia training prompted participants to identify bias against Muslims in neutral scenarios, thereby fostering an unfounded perception of unfairness.

Authority and Bias in 21st Century Discourse

Finkelstein underscored a notable shift in the nature of authoritarianism emerging from the hostile attribution bias fostered by DEI materials. This begs a reevaluation of preconceived notions about authoritarianism solely arising from conservative ideologies. Finkelstein noted, “We have predominantly studied right-wing authoritarianism since World War II. However, in the last decade or so, there has been growing recognition of left-wing authoritarianism as a recurring phenomenon.”

Widespread Misinterpretation and Psychological Costs

Ultimately, the NCRI study’s findings suggest that rather than diminishing bias, DEI programs may instead amplify prejudicial perceptions among individuals, causing them to inaccurately attribute hostility where none exists. “These are harmful ideas; they are hurting people,” Finkelstein stated. “Such harms are not only widespread but alarmingly public, indicating a need for further investigation into the effects of these training programs. We must delve deeper into this data to evaluate the implications on civil rights rather than solely focusing on free speech.”

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Criticism from DEI Advocates

The reactions to the NCRI study have been polarized, particularly among advocates of DEI principles. Ibram X. Kendi, a prominent figure in the anti-racist movement, labeled the study as “pseudoscience.” In a statement, he decried the research as misrepresented and accused Fox News of promulgating unfounded claims. “It comes as no surprise that Fox News would broadcast this pseudoscience that isn’t peer-reviewed. This so-called study will end up in the historic landfill of pseudoscience that has been used to discredit vital civil rights movements,” Kendi asserted.

Conclusion

The ramifications of this study raise critical questions about the ongoing role and implications of DEI training in workplaces and educational settings. With considerable financial resources devoted to these programs and widespread integration into organizational cultures, a reassessment of their methodologies may be essential to avoid potential psychological harm while fostering genuine understanding and inclusivity.

Fox News’ Bradford Betz contributed to this report.

New study finds DEI initiatives creating 'hostile attribution bias'

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