Gender issues in marketing-communications in APAC

An archive of content about gender issues and sex-based equality/inequality in the marketing industry in APAC, including sexual harassment, hiring and retention practices and more.

Oct 28, 2024

What will it take for female creatives to get the recognition they’ve long been denied?

Following a recent double-page spread that highlighted the glaring lack of gender diversity in the creative industry, Campaign Asia-Pacific asked women creatives in the region about the steps needed to enact real change.

Oct 8, 2024

The DEI illusion: Why diversity without belonging is a recipe for disaster

"Often, 'inclusion' is about fitting in, which is very different from belonging," writes Rafael P. Soriano in a compelling op-ed, challenging organisations to move beyond superficial diversity initiatives.

Sep 27, 2024

SeeHer launches first ad to inspire marketers to more accurately represent women in advertising

The gender equity initiative also announced the rollout of its first health and wellness guide designed for marketers.

Sep 25, 2024

An open letter to the men of advertising: Your seven-step plan to end sexual harassment

Cindy Gallop has spent years calling out the ad industry's darkest secret—systemic sexual harassment. Now, she’s fed up with empty promises and inaction: It’s time for men in power to step up, or step aside.

Sep 2, 2024

Will Olympic glory translate to more brand investment for women's sport?

A women-dominated Olympics is fuelling optimism in increased brand endorsements for women's sport. Campaign explores why marketers who have the foresight to invest in female athletes now will reap the biggest rewards.

Jul 4, 2024

Not why, but how: Forsman & Bodenfors’ mission to bring pay equity to our industry

The agency's head of people operations and global CEO share their path to Fair Pay Workplace Certification and explain its benefits to help others in the industry follow suit.