IAA held a roadshow for the Voice of Change initiative in Chennai on 31st August 2023. The events were conducted at the Madras Management Association (MMA). The events consisted of a presentation on a research study conducted by UNICEF and Geena Davis Institute on gender portrayal in Ads, as well as a panel discussion by Chennai’s eminent creative minds and brand-makers across the industry. The research study was presented by Ms Geetanjali Master, Partnership Specialist, UNICEF. Over 100 people had assembled to listen to and participate in the discussion, which was again moderated by Ms. Megha Tata and comprised of the following people:
- Ms Latha Menon – Documentary Filmmaker and Founder, Iris Films
- Mr Kumarappan AL - Sr. AVP - Marketing, TAFE
- Mr Chockalingam S. - Co-Founder and Creative Director, OPN Advertising
- Ms Navneet Virk - Senior Partner and Creative Director, R K SWAMY