The name of a popular Knorr sauce in Germany is being scrapped in response to anti-racist activism. As people continue to call out companies that don’t reflect their social values, proactive changes like this can show that brands are listening and taking consumer expectations seriously.

The death of George Floyd and ensuing protests saw companies worldwide attempt to address systemic racism in their messaging – though many faced a tide of consumer cynicism. Semiotics expert Chris Arning explains how brands can meaningfully show their commitment to anti-racist action.

The events of 2020 have seen organisations across the world denounce systemic racism, but dismantling racial bias is complex and time-consuming work. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Anatasia Kim to discuss the concept of allyship and how it can be fulfilled at an organisational level.

GoVolunteer’s Skin Colour pencil packs are giving German kids a greater range of options when drawing people in class. As German classrooms become more diverse, there’s a lack of understanding and representation among pupils, which has resulted in calls for more inclusive learning environments.