Tag: diversity
Amplifying Indigenous Voices: Exploring Allyship, Collaboration, and Opportunities in Canada’s Marketing Landscape
October 5th, 2023 | Raelyn Pearson, Public Relations Coordinator, Jelly Digital Marketing & PR
In a world where diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of societal progress, Indigenous History Month (IHM) stands as a beacon to honour the stories, achievements, and resilience of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
This annual observance, which has recently passed, is significant to Canada’s corporate landscape as it encourages recognition of Indigenous contributions, promotes cultural acknowledgement, and provides a platform for authentic engagement with Indigenous communities, aligning with the values of respect and inclusivity in business practices.
To dive deeper into how businesses can play a role in allyship, collaboration, and new opportunities, we wanted to get three different perspectives–Métis, First Nations, and Inuit…
Read More5 Approaches to Doing Pride Right (Next Time)
June 1st, 2023 | darrenmcalmont, Manager, Communications & Content, Association of Canadian Advertisers
With a poverty rate >40% in Canada, the 2SLGBTQIA+ community needs more than rainbow flags on buildings and on social media from multi-million-dollar corporations.
Read MoreL’Oréal: A Beauty Brand With A Purpose
March 1st, 2023 | darrenmcalmont, Manager, Communications & Content, Association of Canadian Advertisers
Women’s History Month is an opportunity to continue to amplify women’s voices, and to recognize their precious past and current contributions. Taking the time to acknowledge our predecessors and their accomplishments is a highly motivating factor when trying to shape the future.
Read MoreMark Harrison’s ‘Aboveground Railroad’ Approach to Advancing DEI
February 1st, 2023 | darrenmcalmont, Manager, Communications & Content, Association of Canadian Advertisers
Led by the ACA’s DEI committee, this article is second in the ACA’s new blog series titled Mission Possible: Championing DEI. The series aim is to provide tangible tools and resources to help drive systemic change for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the Canadian marketing landscape.
Read MoreP&G’s 7 Habits to Drive Multicultural Market Growth
January 19th, 2023 | darrenmcalmont, Manager, Communications & Content, Association of Canadian Advertisers
Led by the ACA’s DEI committee, this article is first in the ACA’s new blog series titled Mission Possible: Championing DEI. The series aim is to provide tangible tools and resources to help drive systemic change for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the Canadian marketing landscape.
Read MoreWhy DEI Should Not Be a Marketing Tool
December 1st, 2022 | darrenmcalmont, Manager, Communications & Content, Association of Canadian Advertisers
Doing diversity, equity and inclusion work right comes from a place of genuine passion for wanting to see good social change, and it requires an investment of time and resources. It begins with meaningful changes from the top down; otherwise, the entire initiative is void of true transformation before it ever begins.
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