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‘More than just clothes’: Vanish builds on autism awareness work
Havas London created the campaign, which coincides with the beginning of World Autism Acceptance Month.
Agency Report Cards 2023: We grade 31 APAC networks
Campaign Asia-Pacific presents its 21st annual evaluation of APAC agency networks based on their 2023 business performance, innovation, creative output, awards, action on DEI and sustainability, and leadership.
MysteryVibe’s sex toy billboard in NYC thrusts menopause into spotlight
Located in Midtown Manhattan, MysteryVibe’s ad will be run on a billboard for the next week as part of an effort to destigmatise post-menopausal sexual wellness.
Generative AI won’t help LGBTQ+ representation
Authentic representation requires a human touch.
Stop The Party and VML release tool to fix gendered language
MissType uses AI to analyse emails for typically male phrasing that is "authoritative" and "curt" and make suggestions for more effective direct and empathetic communications.
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Elmo stars in mental health PSA following social media trauma dump
'Hum' is the first of two PSAs featuring Elmo that focus on fostering strong emotional wellbeing within families and breaking the stigma around mental health.
Navigating the blurred lines of faith and consumerism during Ramadan
A Moonfolks whitepaper out of Indonesia looks at how brands navigate the festive spending surge while respecting mindful consumption during the Muslim holy month.
Breaking barriers at Spikes Asia with neurodivergent talent
Merlee Jayme expresses gratitude to Spikes Asia for showcasing neurodivergent talent and hopes that the broader advertising community will be inspired to follow suit.
Why LGBTQ+ programming dwindled at SXSW this year
Discussions about transgender inclusiveness disappeared at the Texas-based festival as programming avoided wading too deeply into the most hot-button issues facing the LGBTQ+ community.
BBDO comms leaders on moving beyond DEI as a ‘corporate buzzword’
We wrap up our International Women’s Day 2024 coverage with insight from two China leaders at BBDO Asia who have plenty to share about defying gender-based stereotypes and misconceptions around female leadership.
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You cannot 'inspire inclusion' without intersectionality
There appears an untapped opportunity for brands to understand and recognise the unique values, lived experiences, and causes of the communities they purport to engage with, argues Mutant’s Rebecca Lewis.
‘Women’s careers are an investment, not a sacrifice’: IPG leader MJ Kim
To commemorate International Women’s Day, we speak with the Korea CEO of IPG Mediabrands on the evolving role of the ‘working housewife’, why higher education is key, and a priceless lesson attained from Tom Cruise.
‘I don’t want to be the villain’: Dylan Mulvaney calls for brands to protect talent and celebrate trans joy
Nearly one year after facing hate for a partnership with Bud Light, the trans influencer discusses healing through humor and putting safety measures in place for diverse talent at SXSW.
Vineeta Singh on why 'Sugar Cosmetics is not just a beauty brand, it's a catalyst for change within the industry'
As a part of our extended International Women's Day coverage, Sugar Cosmetics' Vineeta Singh shares snippets of her entrepreneurial journey to date, as well as insights on why championing women's entrepreneurship and inclusivity in the beauty industry matters
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APAC adtech veterans come together to further education efforts in Nepal
Formed by a group of friends in the advertising and technology industries, Team Dayā's mission is to broaden access to education by constructing primary schools in some of the poorest regions globally—with this month's efforts focused on a remote community in Nepal's Terai (the lowlands).
Richard Edelman: Dropping DE&I is ‘nonsense’
Edelman pushed back against criticism of diversity programs at this week’s Women of Color Connecting Summit, saying he’s “standing up for DE&I in every client conversation.”
CreativeX study: Advertising continues to overlook and stereotype dark-skinned and older women
CreativeX founder and CEO Anastasia Leng said the findings represent a “gap between intent and action” in the industry.
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65% of women in Singapore have never asked for a pay rise: survey
A survey by global hiring platform Indeed, finds that more than half of female workers in Singapore (59%) believe they are not paid enough as a base salary, and haven't requested a raise due to fear of negative consequences.
Perspective: Why being trans is not the reason I'm a male ally
Rain Khoo, a former creative at Proctor & Gamble, shares his transition journey and what it means to be a male ally.
Danone's Sri Widowati on work-life challenges, the glass cliff, and women's advancement in corporate Indonesia
The VP of marketing for Danone opens up about her conflict of priorities as a single mom with career goals and aspirations as part of our International Women’s Day 2024 coverage.
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