The death of George Floyd and ensuing protests saw companies worldwide attempt to address systemic racism in their messaging – though many faced a tide of consumer cynicism. Semiotics expert Chris Arning explains how brands can meaningfully show their commitment to anti-racist action.

The pandemic has exacerbated the hardship experienced by Black small business owners, with access to capital investment a major challenge. While economic prosperity is recognized as the path to equality, there remains a lack of opportunity for Black business owners.

Looking to make its platform a safer and more inclusive space, Bumble has launched an educational campaign designed to tackle the fetishisation of people. With racial fetishisation prevalent on dating apps, Bumble is looking to stamp it out with its campaign.

The impacts of social inequality became abundantly clear in 2020 amid the pandemic and BLM protests – but this issue doesn’t just affect the physical world. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Francesca Sobande about how social inequalities manifest online and how brands can foster inclusive digital spaces.