If the marketing industry can convince the world a fizzy drink could achieve world peace, it should be able to sell the basic human decency of not firing women on maternity leave, writes Charlotte Mceleny.
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DE&I has a marketing problem and our industry has the skillset to fix it
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'Is my expiration date already being calculated?' Andreas Krasser on adland's age bias
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Andreas Krasser is in his 40s, yet he's been asked about his "exit strategy." The Hong Kong CEO of Omnicom Advertising shares a candid piece on age bias in the industry.
Why age diversity still struggles for airtime?
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ageism in advertising
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Too many people plan their exit from advertising by 40, convinced experience has an expiry date—an outdated bias, one agency founder says it's time to dismantle.
The quiet IWD: where did all the DEI campaigns go?
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international womens day
With visibly fewer brand activations this International Women’s Day, Campaign Asia-Pacific asks whether DEI is being deprioritised in the region or simply de-risked.
Women have been giving for years. Where is the gain?
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gender diversity
inclusion
international womens day
IWD 2026: For decades, women have given time, labour and emotional energy in exchange for the promise of progress. Charu Srivastava says it’s time that generosity delivers real authority and access.
Inside the Philippines’ ‘Safe Sound Check’ campaign for autism inclusion
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After a 25-year-old autistic man in the Philippines was attacked over noise on a bus, the Jayme HQ has launched a microsite to teach Filipinos about sensory sensitivity and make daily spaces more inclusive.
Lush is still choosing brand activism fights while beauty chases influencers
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editors choice
editors picks
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BRAND HEALTH CHECK: In 2025, with most brands ducking controversy, Lush is doubling down on taking stands and making noise—unapologetically outspoken, principled, and expensive. In a polarised world, does courage pay off?
Former and current executives sue top US ad agency Horizon Media alleging discrimination
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discrimination
diversity
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inclusion
Horizon Media is facing federal allegations from a current and former executive claiming the company’s claimed dedication to DEI masks a culture of bias, retaliation, and hostile treatment by its senior leaders.
On being South Asian in adland: the quiet power in British culture
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representation in adland
Overlooking the lack of South Asian talent is a missed opportunity.
Do recent controversial fashion ads signal a decline in representation?
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Campaign asks adland leaders to share their views on the recent fashion ad backlash for brands such as American Eagle, and what this means for DEI efforts.
Thinkbox CSO: Disabled representation in advertising is a ‘commercial necessity’
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disability representation
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inclusion
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Elliott Millard, chief strategy officer at Thinkbox, was part of a panel hosted by agency Purple Goat.
Meet the changemakers who are reshaping disability inclusion in advertising
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diversity
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Despite the persistent underrepresentation of disabled people in advertising, Campaign spotlights four influential champions who are driving urgent and meaningful change in disability inclusion across media.
From loud and proud to lost and quiet? The 'confused adolescence' of Pride 2025
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diversity
inclusion
lgbtqia rights
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rainbow washing
As rainbow logos vanish and corporate sponsorships dwindle, Pride 2025 reveals a new era of caution and introspection for brands navigating political pressure and demands for authenticity.
Why Thailand is a shining example of LGBTQIA+ brand leadership
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diversity
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pride month
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In a year marked by global uncertainty for LGBTQIA+ rights, Thailand’s vibrant Pride celebrations and evolving brand partnerships offer a blueprint for authentic inclusion in Asia.
VCCP executive Sophie Maunder leaves to launch global maternity coaching firm
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creativity
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maternity leave
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Matri will offer the support and mentoring programme to its staff across 13 offices in North America, EMEA and APAC.
Havas Health is futureproofing creativity through Neurodiversity Center of Excellence
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neurodiversity
The agency launched its Neurodiversity Center of Excellence to help implement neurodivergent talent in its creative marketing and brand strategy.
WPP removes references to DEI in latest annual report
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gender equality
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The advertising giant has replaced all references to 'diversity, equity and inclusion' with 'people and culture' in the compensation section.
The power—and problem—of ‘girl words’ in 2025
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free speech
gender equality
social media
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Brands need to understand that women can feel alienated due to the ‘broligarchy’ and the corresponding rise in hate speech.
Accenture Song dropped from TfL creative review for 'not meeting DEI criteria'
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The decision follows Accenture’s choice to scrap its diversity goals.
Beyond IWD: Marico’s CMO on why gender conversations can’t be a one-day affair
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representation matters
somasree awasthi
The gender gap in leadership isn’t about a lack of talent but rather about workplace biases, flawed hiring practices and rigid expectations. Marico’s Somasree Awasthi talks to Campaign on what needs to change and why companies can’t afford to wait.