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How do we make sure that progressive comms aren’t a hollow vessel for regressive products?
By Izzy Ashton
The second episode of Lucky Generals’ Uncomfortable Conversations podcast takes a deep dive into how brands attempt to represent specific communities and whether they are successful in doing so.
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How you can bring the new era of wellbeing to life
Annabel McCaffrey, Head of Support at NABS on life after lockdown and how businesses can practically put the building blocks of wellbeing support into place.
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Sorry not sorry: The future of work is progressive, part time and flexible
By Nicola Kemp
The coronavirus crisis has normalised remote working but the ninth annual Power Part Time List underlines there is still more to be done.
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As Project #ShowUs turns two, has the industry made good on its pledge of inclusivity?
Dr. Rebecca Swift, Global Head of Creative Insights at Getty Images reflects on the distance the industry has come, and the work it still has to do when it comes to the representation of women.
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Get Home Safe campaign urges government to keep employees safe
By Nicola Kemp
150 businesses from across the advertising and media sector have written to the government to request that taxis employees take home from work before 9pm are viewed as a legitimate business expense.
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timeTo reminds the industry that we all have a role to play in keeping people safe
By Izzy Ashton
In the aftermath of Sarah Everard’s death, the timeTo Steering Committee offers actionable points that enable every individual and company to ensure the safety of those around them.
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There’s no going back
By Gareth Moss
Gareth Moss, Founder of the Blueprint argues that a diverse, inclusive, and empowered set of people is fundamental to unlocking the forces of brand and experience operating together.
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Why the LCCM Women in Music Initiative is so vital for female progression
Evangeline Asio-Okwalinga, Youth Music Officer at London College of Creative Media (LCCM) highlights a new initiative to support women across the music industries.
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WACL announces 2021 winners of its Talent Award in the push for gender equality in the industry
By Izzy Ashton
At a time when a myriad of data points highlight the disproportionate effect of the ongoing pandemic on women’s careers, the WACL Talent Awards feels more vital than ever.
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Day of Wrk launches to help disadvantaged young people understand job roles
By Zakir Hasan
Zakir Hasan, Account Manager at FCB Inferno on why he decided to create an initiative to help disadvantaged young people understand the realities of job roles and gain the confidence to apply.
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A blooming insightful & invaluable mentoring programme
Two John Ayling & Associates colleagues Gina Miller and Jonathan Newton highlight their experience of and takeaways from the 2020 Bloom Exchange mentoring programme.
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Cutting ties with the taboo around the menopause
Katie Edwards, Managing Partner at Publicis•Poke on why the creative industries, along with others, urgently need to address the deafening silence around the menopause.
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The Mothership: Inspiring progress for the next generation of women
Felicity Ashley, Head of Marketing & Brand, New Energy Platforms at British Gas on the gruelling challenge she is undertaking, and how her crew is doing their bit to champion change for women.