Opening doors. Building futures.
Representation creates perspective. Perspective builds empathy.
Empathy drives the kind of marketing that doesn't just sell products—it shapes culture. That's why CC:DC matters.
CC:DC was founded on a simple truth: creativity is the world's most powerful force for change—but only if everyone has a seat at the table.
Spaces like the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity shape how the world thinks about culture, advertising, and storytelling. Yet historically, underrepresented voices have been excluded from these conversations. CC:DC was created to change that.
Since 2018, we've brought more than 130 ambassadors to Cannes, creating pathways for talent who might never otherwise access this stage. The result? Careers launched, companies founded, and a global network of changemakers who are reimagining what creativity and leadership look like when inclusion is non-negotiable.
2026 PROGRAM TRACKS
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
For college students (with a strong emphasis on HBCU students) who are just starting out and are ready to spark change.
TRAILBLAZERS
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
For early-to-mid career creatives, strategists, marketers, and communicators who are shaping culture and ready to level up.
SCHOLARS
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
LEGACY BUILDERS
Apply to the Cannes Lions Academies through CC:DC
CC:DC provides access and community for ambassadors in certificate-based Cannes Lions programs.
LEGACY BUILDERS
CCDC U: NEXT GEN
LEGACY BUILDERS
For established professionals who want to mentor and guide the next generation of underrepresented talent.
More Than a Trip. A Transformation.
The Ambassador experience is designed to spark connection and opportunities you’ll carry forever.
Through this program, participants walk away with:
- Global exposure to the world’s most influential festival of creativity.
- Community: a lifelong network of peers and mentors.
- Momentum: opportunities leading to jobs, partnerships, and ventures.
- Voice: a platform to shape global conversations on creativity.
Meet our Alumni.
Meet the creative leaders transforming the industry. These ambassadors have walked the Croisette, built their platforms, and are now reshaping what inclusion looks like at the highest levels of creative leadership.
Thank you to our 2025 program partners!
