The concept of family in America is diversifying – only half of American households now fit the nuclear family stereotype. As a result, people want brand marketing to be more representative, which is why IKEA US has released a festive advert highlighting how norms have changed.

With the push for on-screen diversity well under way, many people are also keen to see it safeguarded behind the scenes. Research shows that most black and Hispanic Americans want to see an Oscar for best casting director to reward inclusive production practices.

Print media may be in decline, but the sales ofBritishVogueare rising under the stewardship of Edward Enninful. By investing in digital integration and committing to diverse representation, the iconic magazine has successfully adapted to the reading habits and values of contemporary audiences.

In 2017, the Emmy Awards awarded black and Muslim men for the first time in history – and these landmark firsts reflected how people no longer see fair cultural representation as a plus, but as an essential. In her book, Diversify, June Sarpong discusses how inclusivity has social and financial benefits for everyone, including businesses focused on their bottom line. “We are losing out on vast amounts of talent by not being inclusive,” she says, presenting research that highlights the fact that not investing further in diversity costs the UK £127 billion per year.