The fashion industry has a long history of reinforcing a limited, Western, and overwhelmingly White vision of what constitutes attractive and appropriate clothing and styles. Canvas8 spoke to Kimberly Jenkins to find out how brands can help to shape a more inclusive fashion landscape.

Converse is encouraging conversations around culture with a wall mural in Melbourne that depicts Indigenous identity. As people increasingly connect with brands over shared values, campaigns that support a meaningful cause are becoming all the more essential in engaging with consumers.

As societal and environmental ills mount, Aussies are demanding that brands and the government take more responsibility for the impact their decisions have on everyday life. What issues are most pressing for people Down Under and how are their ethical expectations being met?

People say they want to shop from ethical stores - but doing so can be tricky, whether they can’t find the information or don’t know where to find them. Tackling this, Ethical Clothing Australia has created a digital map that directs people to stores they know they can trust.