DEI, climate messaging continues at Smithsonian's National Zoo despite Trump crackdown

A new review found that despite a crackdown from the Trump administration, the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute has continued embedding DEI themes and climate messaging into its public-facing work.
DEI, climate messaging continues at Smithsonian's National Zoo despite Trump crackdown

A recent review revealed that the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute has maintained its integration of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) themes and climate messaging into its public outreach. This continued presence occurred despite efforts by the Trump administration to halt such initiatives. The findings indicate that the zoo’s public-facing work still incorporates these messages.

  • Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute continues to embed DEI themes.
  • Climate messaging remains a part of the zoo’s public-facing work.
  • These efforts persisted despite a crackdown from the Trump administration.
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