Amid multiple allegations of sexual misconduct by the hierarchy and associated acts of Burger Records, the label has announced its closure. As people push for societal change, those in positions of power, regardless of their standing, are being held accountable for their actions.

People have responded to the crisis in different ways – either due to personal choice, privilege, or circumstances outside of their control. Canvas8 spoke to Juliana Horowitz and Dr. Grant McCracken to understand how brands can uncover the nuances of the pandemic experience for their audience.

Stans are passionate, and while they generally post about the object of their obsession, strong social media presence and large numbers mean they can mobilize to dominate social feeds. Showing the power of online community, they’re promoting BLM and quashing racism.

As protests continue to take hold across the US and the world, for some, fears around the continuing spread of COVID-19 are impacting their ability to partake in person. In Russia, people have been turning to navigation apps to engage in and amplify virtual activism while on lockdown.