The fashion industry is often under fire for appropriating cultures and lacking diversity, and people want brands to do better to reflect culture and society. Australian Fashion Week 2021 sought to change that, with a series of events and shows dedicated to the work of First Nations designers.

Amid increasing scrutiny of the use of the pejorative term ‘redskin’, Amazon is standing up for Native Americans by pulling Washington Redskins merchandise from its platform. This comes at a time when people want to see greater accountability from brands on the issue of systemic racism.

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.

Minari tells the story of a Korean-American family forging their own American Dream in rural Arkansas. With plenty of industry buzz, Minari shows the appetite for complex cultural stories of modern America, and how original marketing can make an impact among mainstream film audiences.