When White men see an image of a Black man, athleticism is the first thing that comes to mind, according to a study by Dove. While there are many great Black sportsmen, this stereotype can be damaging to the self-perception of Black men, something the brand aims to highlight in a campaign.

In a climate where representation in media is vital for minority viewers, Netflix’s Strong Black Lead is using its celebratory platform to ensure Black people feel seen. By constructing a collective voice, not only is it bringing people together, but it showcases true-to-life content.

Batwoman, the Warner Brothers-owned CW channel's prime-time show is set to feature a Black actress in the lead role for the first time. The decision, met with praise, shows how CW is trying to meet expectations as people continue to demand more diversity onscreen.

From magazine covers to small screens, media producers are striving to meet public demand for a level of diversity that reflects reality – but are their efforts enough? Canvas8 spoke to eight Americans about whether they believe mainstream media fairly represents all parts of society.