'My experience wasn't great': The inclusivity struggle at Cannes

Ahead of this year’s Cannes Lions festival of creativity, media editor Beau Jackson and senior media reporter Shauna Lewis are joined by Michelle Sarpong of the7stars and Charlene Williams from Pearl & Dean.

Speaking of attending the festival in 2022 and 2023, Sarpong and Williams discuss personal experiences of prejudice, exploring the challenge of inclusivity at the festival and in advertising as a whole. 

Themes of tokenism, siloing and the importance of growing diverse spaces and allyship are covered with their hopes for how the festival continues to evolve, improving its access and opportunity.

Further reading:

Did Cannes live up to your hope of a more inclusive festival?

#CannesForAll returns to take two cohorts of diverse talent to Cannes Lions

Let's design Cannes for inclusion

Cannes is upping its accessibility accommodations — but there’s more to be done

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