THE Pentagon, headquarters building of the United States Department of Defense (DOD) is seeking $114 million (£90 million) for its new diversity efforts in 2024.
“The FY 2024 President’s Budget request demonstrates the DoD’s commitment to DEIA and includes $114.7 million for dedicated diversity and inclusion activities,” the department wrote in its Strategic Management Plan for fiscal year 2022 to 2026.
“Leaders at all levels are responsible for fostering a climate of inclusion that supports diversity, is free from problematic behaviour, and does not tolerate retaliation or reprisal against those filing complaints,” the DOD wrote.
The funds will go towards programs promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
To incorporate the ideals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) into its operations, the DOD highlights its dedication to these efforts.
As a varied workforce strengthens the department’s worldwide capabilities, it places a strong emphasis on creating an inclusive atmosphere at all levels.
Conservative opponents have voiced worries about the unaccounted assets, and the DOD has failed its yearly audit for six years running, even though specifics of the 2024 programmes remain unclear.
A NEW study reveals that despite progress in closing the gender pay gap, women remain underrepresented in high-paying fields earning over $100,000 (£79,535) annually.
Key findings of the newest Pew Research report show that women hold only 35 per cent of jobs in the top-paying industries, with notable disparities in fields like engineering and piloting.
While there’s improvement in educational attainment, challenges persist in achieving gender balance across professions.
Pharmacists stand out as an exception, where women make up the majority, attributed to factors like flexible hours and family-friendly policies. Women are 61 per cent of the workforce, however, the median salary for pharmacists is ranked eighth on the list.
According to the study, the highest-paying US occupations in 2021 were:
The study also found out that women are gaining more advanced degrees. Currently, 52 per cent of law degree recipients are women compared to 30 per cent in 1980, while 50 per cent of M.D.s (Doctor of Medicine) are female compared to 23 per cent in 1980, and 63 per cent of pharmacy doctorates are women.
A TRANSGENDER footballer from a South Yorkshire team faces discrimination as opposing teams boycott matches, she plays in.
Francesca Needham, of Rossington Main Ladies FC, hopes the Football Association (FA) can help resolve the issue.
She’s currently forced to step back from playing.
The FA’s transgender policy supports participation but evaluates eligibility case by case, requiring certain testosterone levels for those assigned male at birth over 16.
The Football Association told: “We are working with Sheffield & Hallamshire County FA to find a resolution.
“This issue is complex and constantly evolving, and like many other national governing bodies in sport, we are currently reviewing our transgender policy for English football to ensure it is inclusive, fair and safe for all.”
Rossington, competing at the seventh level in women’s football, has encountered challenges due to teams unwilling to play against them when Needham is on the field.
The league, citing FA rules, refrained from commenting on Needham’s concerns.
FIFA is yet to update its transgender eligibility policy, while World Athletics prioritised sporting fairness over inclusivity in March.
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