The agency is removing reading lists, training, and other guidance that supported diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The U.S. Department of State is eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) ideology from its foreign service. The department is returning the focus to merit, rigor, and accountability with training based on practical diplomatic skills that benefit America.
“DEI objectives and materials shamefully denigrated the United States, derided Americans of certain backgrounds, and distracted from legitimate foreign policy objectives that serve the American people,” State Department Spokesperson Tommy Pigott said. “A thorough internal review revealed that objectionable DEI content was previously incorporated in training curricula and other personnel materials.”
“America’s diplomats are the nation’s first line of defense against hostile powers, terrorists, deadly narcotics smuggling, illegal immigration, and other threats to the safety, security, and prosperity of the American people,” he continued. “The State Department is implementing modernization reforms to the Foreign Service and invites all Americans with the skill and spirit to represent our nation around the world to apply to join the U.S. Foreign Service.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Rubio and State Department officials as they review and update diplomatic training and guidance.
- For U.S. ambassadors and diplomats as they represent the United States around the world.
Sources: Department of State
