The Importance of Social Recognition

A recent survey conducted by Workhuman found that “Overall, 71 percent of all respondents said their company has made noticeable progress around DE&I since last year. And despite this majority, 40 percent of [people of color] employees surveyed stated their company has not made noticeable progress.”
Ulta Beauty Invests Over $25 Million To Foster Diversity, Equity And Inclusion

At the same time, the financial dedication to philanthropy and external partnerships is backed up by a much smaller commitment to internal change. Is this skipping a step?