CC:DC Ambassadors Program
We’re committed to propelling inclusion at the prestigious Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Our unique Ambassador Program offers inclusive creative talent at every level the opportunity to participate and learn from global thought leaders through curated experiences including exclusive panels, private networking events, and workshops.
2025 Ambassador Cohort
Thank You to Our Ambassador Partners!
2025 Ambassador & Scholar Tracks
HBCU+ Student Ambassadorship
HBCU+ Student Ambassadorship
HBCU+ Student Ambassadorship
The CC:DC HBCU+ Student Ambassador experience is for next generation leaders. Whether creative, communications, activists or entrepreneurs –these students embrace not just talking about it, but being about it.
Who is it for?
- Students currently enrolled in an HBCU or any other college/university
- 18-21 years old
CC:DC Ambassadorship
HBCU+ Student Ambassadorship
HBCU+ Student Ambassadorship
The CC:DC Ambassador isn’t looking to make an impact – they’ve already made it. You will represent the program throughout the entirety of the Cannes Lions festival.
Who is it for?
- Those working as creatives or in communications/PR, marketing or advertising who are typically managers or leads in their departments
- Professionals aged 25+
Young LIONS Creative Academy
Young LIONS Brand Marketers Academy
Young LIONS Brand Marketers Academy
The Creative Academy, in partnership with Canva, is a certificate program designed to catapult young talent to the next level of their creative careers.
Who is this for?
- Marketers aged 18-30
- Work full time in a creative role and have at least 2 years of full-time experience.
Young LIONS Brand Marketers Academy
Young LIONS Brand Marketers Academy
Young LIONS Brand Marketers Academy
he Brand Marketers Academy is a certificate program for daring brand disruptors who want to unlock the power of creativity for themselves and their brands.
Who is this for?
- Marketers aged 18-30
- Work in marketing as a brand and marketing manager, digital marketer, marketing director, social media manager, campaign director, global digital marketing manager, campaign coordinator, communications consultant, etc.
- Have at least 2 years of full-time experience.