Welcome to the 8th edition of
MIPCOM CANNES Diversify TV Awards
Dedicated to championing and promoting diversity and inclusion in all its forms across the international television industry, the eighth edition of the MIPCOM CANNES Diversify TV Awards will take place during MIPCOM CANNES (21-24 October 2024) .
MIPCOM Cannes Diversify TV Awards aim to bring attention to deserving programmes of diverse and inclusive backgrounds, spotlighting authentic new and established voices and recognizing positive programming across the year that embraces excellent representation in exemplary shows.
Awarded projects will be reviewed by MIP Markets’ Diversity Advisory Board members and a Special Jury of Industry Experts and Advocacy organizations committed to diversity and inclusion in the global media landscape and everywhere.
What are the criteria for selection?
To be eligible, programmes must:
- provide a fair and balanced representation of Race & Ethnicity, LGBTQIA+ and Disabled communities
- show a positive impact
- stand out in originality and excellence in terms of storytelling, casting, and production values - challenge stereotypes
- have aired the past year (premiere broadcast or streaming of any season between 22 July 2023 and 21 July 2024) on a linear and/or non-linear platform.
To be eligible to the “Behind the Scenes Impact Award”, the nominated person/team:
- should be endeavoring to represent Diversity & Inclusion ethics and principles behind the scenes of a TV Production. Whether from early stage, final production or throughout the process this Award celebrates the impact of actions and a vision of how to move forward with D&I.
