Media leaders and content creators discuss the opportunities and challenge Black Media experiences in navigating the ever-changing digital, technology, and entertainment landscape.

GLAAD, Kantar, and Getty Images will share recent LGBTQIA+ research that has just launched. Find out how to use these insights to drive change in creative and marketing.

This session will uncover global perspectives and perpetuated stereotypes related to the LGBTQ+ community, giving a deeper understanding of the importance of ongoing, authentic representation of the community, and outlining actionable insights to ensure brands are inclusive and authentic in their own storytelling across regions.

Storytelling has always been an integral part of human culture, and it's crucial that we provide a platform for all communities to share their unique perspectives. Not only is featuring diverse voices in your media plans good for society, but it’s also good for business. Join Group Black collective members in conversation with Group Black CSO & co-founder Bonin Bough as they delve into the gravity and importance of diverse storytelling and why investing in Black-owned media is the current largest path to seeing exponential growth.

Women’s leadership in marketing, media, and advertising is a familiar topic at Cannes Lions, and we’re here to kick off Cannes 2023 with a new take on the subject. But instead of generalizing, we’ll be offering an intimate conversation about the experiences of women who are at the top of their game, and how their personal stories have molded their leadership strategies.

Join us for the inaugural event at The Inclusion Café as we feature the themes and insights in CNBC’s Julia Boorstin’s book, When Women Lead, and hear from Julia and an inspiring panel of women leaders on the insights that shape women’s rise to power.

An intimate and heartfelt discussion sharing stories and discussing how to remain true to yourself, your brand, and to culture.

Industry innovators discuss their experiences and share best practices for remaining rooted in the community while taking their brands to the next level.

Mindshare, Getty Images, and autistic relationship app Hiki are launching a groundbreaking project to shift the stereotypes of autism in media to better reflective the diverse, nuanced experience of being autistic. Hear from leaders on the project and experts about the importance of disabled voices leading the charge on disability representation, the creative potential of autistic people, and the role of brands in creating a more representative media landscape.

When it comes to investing in purpose-driven or minority-owned media, the industry is at a crossroads. Brands and agencies have been clear—pledging to spend more and more dollars with purpose owned organizations. However, smaller but impactful publishers and organizations often fall by the wayside within huge programmatic platforms.This panel brings together thought leaders who are navigating the challenges of this new purpose-driven ecosystem. and/or programming.