Aware of hidden agendas, people no longer believe in the possibility of absolute truth or complete transparency from institutions, public figures, and individuals. Yet they are still drawn to honesty, integrity, and – at times – even vulnerability, which they expect from peers and brands alike.

As the cost of living crisis raises the threat of homelessness for many households, Crisis is seeking to draw attention to the issue with a hyper-realistic sculpture. It's forcing people to face an uncomfortable reality through a radical campaign that puts personal stories at the forefront.

Working alongside Clear Channel, M&C Saatchi released a Mother’s Day campaign that highlighted the devastating effects of knife crime. Using an AI system that recognises sirens on the way to major trauma hospitals, the ad featured real text exchanges between worried mothers and their sons.

Art has long served as a form of protest, and as Americans face constraints on their freedoms, a growing number are seeking creative ways to voice their dissent and demand change. How is the digital landscape impacting this mode of self-expression? And what role can art play in modern citizenship?

As the cost of living crisis continues to impact the UK’s poorest residents, more support is needed for tenants and people living in social housing. Kwajo Tweneboa is helping to get people in difficult situations seen, heard, and helped. He has become a social housing hero in the process.