Here at the Ad Council, we often call October “the Month of Causes” because of all the important issues that are honored throughout the month. We’ve been keeping busy launching fantastic new work, hosting impactful events, and preparing for December’s biggest bash: our Annual Dinner. Read on…
CREATORS CELEBRATE STEM
Last week in Los Angeles we hosted our second-ever Creators’ Summit, this year focusing on how creators can empower girls in STEM. Over 60 traditional and digital stars took part and shared inspiring photos, stories and posts on their channels. For more, follow @SheCanSTEM on Instagram to see what we're up to for National STEM Day on November 8th!
LATINX HERITAGE PANEL
Earlier this month, we welcomed over 70 industry guests to our NYC office for Yo Soy, a panel commemorating Latinx Heritage Month and featuring Latinx voices from all over the advertising and social good world. It’s the first in a series of events celebrating various POC communities—stay tuned for details on our next event! You can read key takeaways from the panel in our Adlibbing blog.
NEW CREATIVE PROMOTES ADOPTION FROM FOSTER CARE
No matter our age, we never outgrow the need for a loving and supportive family. Our latest work for Adoption from Foster Care, created pro bono by Barbarian, reminds prospective parents that adopted teens can give families new moments to look forward to. Since launching in 2004, the campaign has contributed to over 30,000 adoptions!
JOIN US AT THE AD COUNCIL ANNUAL DINNER
Mark your calendars for our Annual Public Service Award Dinner on December 5th, emceed by Emmy-nominated actress and comedian Ellie Kemper!
Don’t miss an incredible night celebrating all our industry does for social good. Details and tickets are available here.
CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT
Our latest “No One Gets a Diploma Alone” work, created pro bono by NGL, shares powerful stories of three adults — Jessica, Santiago and Yeni — who completed their high school diplomas with support from their families.
Our latest Ending Hunger work, created pro bono by Leo Burnett, introduces a lifelike composite portrait of the face of hunger in America.
Yesterday we launched “Tribute to Our Sheroes,” with a retirement savings message specifically tailored to African-American/Black women, created pro bono by Joy Collective.
For LGBT History Month, musicians Bea Miller, gnash and MAX teamed up with LGBT friends to answer questions about LGBT acceptance – and learned that in 30 states, it’s legal to fire, evict or deny services to LGBT people.
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