Science is a Drag has been named a Finalist in the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion - Community Engagement category in The 3rd Annual Anthem Awards.
The Anthem Awards was launched in response to the prevalence social good has taken within the national conversation and cultural zeitgeist in recent years. The 3rd Annual competition received over 2,000 entries from more than 30 countries worldwide. By amplifying the voices that spark global change, the Anthem Awards are defining a new benchmark for impactful work that inspires others to take action in their communities
Anthem Winners are selected by the International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences. Members include: Nicholas Thompson, CEO, The Atlantic, Zarna Surti, Global Creative Director, Nike Purpose, Lisa Sherman, President & CEO, The Ad Council, Emily Barfoot, Global Brand Director Dove, Unilever, Trovon Williams, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications, NAACP, Roma McCaig, Senior VP of Impact, Clif Bar, Michelle Egan, Dinah-Kareen Jean, Senior Manager, Social Innovation, Etsy, Sarah Kate Ellis, President & CEO, GLAAD, Jad Finck, Vice President of Innovation & Sustainability, Allbirds, Christopher Miller, Head of Global Activism Strategy, Ben & Jerry’s, Shayla Tait, Director of Philanthropy The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation.
Science is a Drag is the world’s first science-themed drag show, elevating science communication through the powerful art of drag and providing a safe and empowering opportunity for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and its allies to engage with science in unforgettable ways.
“Since launching the Anthem Awards launch in 2021, we’ve seen incredible change and growth in the impact sector,” said Anthem Awards General Manager, Patricia McLoughlin. “The work that we have received in the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards is game-changing. From innovative projects fighting climate change to impactful calls for equal rights across the globe and best-in-class corporate social responsibility and environmental and social governance efforts, the Anthem Community is a bright light in our uncertain world.”
“We couldn’t be more thrilled to be a finalist in this year’s Anthem Awards! To be profiled alongside such impactful and empowering social initiatives is an honour and so validating for all the work and love our team pours into the project,” remarks Carrie Boyce, Co-Founder and Executive Producer of Science is a Drag, and Executive Director of production partner RCIScience.
Winners for the 3rd Annual Anthem Awards will be announced on Tuesday, January 30th, 2024. Finalists can be celebrated online from December 5th to December 21st at Celebrate.Anthemawards.com.
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Highlights from Science is a Drag’s latest show in Toronto, Canada.