Diverse representation is an expectation, but as individuals no longer allow themselves to be defined in singular terms, there's mounting pressure on brands to understand and sensitively reflect how the intersections between race, gender, class, and ability impact people's everyday lives.

In a polarised society, the meaning of gender is in flux. People want to be liberated from outdated norms – but many hold on to the gender binary as a source of stability in an uncertain world. How can brands navigate the changing gender landscape without leaning on stereotypes?

As the new post-pandemic normal settles in and people adapt to a context of uncertainty, constant adversities, and pessimism, we are moving away from a moment in which consumers expected brands to rise up to society's challenges and into one when they’re demanding genuine allyship from businesses.

Despite a scramble to implement diversity policies in recent years, newsrooms across the UK are still dominated by White, middle-class, able-bodied men – particularly at senior levels. No silver bullet will solve this issue, but how can both media and non-media brands help to usher in change?

Just as the fashion industry is adapting to shifting definitions of femininity and self-expression, lingerie is undergoing its own revamp. How are new D2C underwear brands changing narratives around body positivity and womanhood? And how are comfort, functionality, and style blending together?

The ethi-call phone helpline, a 30-year-old Australian organisation, has doubled its free service to meet the growing demand of callers in need of impartial advice. As well as talking through age-old problems, counsellors provide a framework to help callers resolve pandemic dilemmas.

With the conversation around technology and energy intensity having been exposed, Valentino is partnering with Karma Metrix in a bid to reduce website emissions. Quantifying energy efficiency brings a new sustainability metric into view and recognises the importance of digital sustainability.