As people turn to their beauty routines in an attempt to reduce anxiety and enjoy moments of calm, the ‘slow’ grooming of Crown Affair is winning fans. A holistic approach that’s refreshingly simple and rooted in ritual, Crown Affair’s retro style is modernizing hair care.

Hair bias is an issue that affects black women all over the globe, especially in professional environments. A World Afro Day ad campaign reaches out to them by celebrating afros in all their natural glory, and by challenging social attitudes that pervade much of society, which result in discrimination.

With 75% of catwalk models being white, it’s no surprise that young black women aren’t buying fashion’s token approach to diversity. Knots & Vibes is a London-based crochet brand rooted in the African-Caribbean community, using its platform to raise awareness of women’s issues and champion diversity.

From BLM protests to corporate pledges, dedication to racial and social justice is mounting. But what does authentic change look like? Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Leigh Wilton, psychology professor at Skidmore College, to understand why companies should show, rather than say, what they’re doing.