Gen Z may be the most diverse generation yet, but minority groups in the UK and US continue to face discrimination – so developing effective ways to include disadvantaged groups is more pressing than ever. Canvas8 spoke to June Sarpong, author ofDiversify, to uncover the benefits of inclusivity.

Around a fifth of African Americans say that when it comes to investments and financial planning for their family’s future, their knowledge is lacking. Crowdfunding platform Buy The Block is tackling this problem by helping them easily invest in real estate and support their community in the process.

Insurance company Aviva is aiming to surpass the ‘silver quota’ for employers by bringing more Boomers into its workforce. Given Aviva’s aging clientele, the diversity push is helping it better relate to its customers, as well as express its brand values.

How are Gen Zers giving their careers a head start? Why are people turning their backs on ‘busyness’ for a healthier work-life balance? How are they turning their passions into legitimate careers? And what are employers doing to ensure that the workplace is as inclusive as possible?