Dove - AsEarlyAsFive Campaign
Targeting - Individuals and communities affected by race-based hair discrimination, with a specific focus on young girls and their families. Additionally, the campaign aims to reach a broader audience to foster understanding and support for legislative changes.
Core Theme of the Campaign -
Dove takes a compelling approach by addressing an often-overlooked issue—hair discrimination against Black individuals, starting as early as five years old. The campaign challenges stereotypes and advocates for inclusivity and self-acceptance.
About the
Campaign -
Dove's AsEarlyAsFive campaign focuses on raising awareness about race-based hair discrimination, illustrating how it can begin as early as childhood. The campaign aims to challenge societal norms and promote acceptance of diverse natural hair textures.
Formula applied by the Campaign to elicit customer action -
The powerful short film, "As Early As Five," depicting scenarios of race-based hair discrimination experienced by a young girl throughout her school years. It serves as a poignant call to action against hair discrimination.
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the Campaign
- Early Education: Highlights the need to address and educate about race-based hair discrimination in early childhood.
- Short Film Impact: Leverages a powerful short film to emotionally connect with the audience and drive the message home.
- Advocacy for Legislation: Supports awareness for The CROWN Act, aiming to make race-based hair discrimination illegal across the U.S.
- Promotion of Natural Beauty: Encourages acceptance of natural hair textures and challenges societal beauty standards.
- Community Empowerment: Empowers individuals to stand against discrimination and embrace their unique identity.
- Social Impact: Aims to spark conversations and social change surrounding the perception of Black natural hair.
- Alignment with Dove Values: Demonstrates Dove's commitment to promoting real beauty and self-esteem.
- Continued Conversation: The campaign encourages an ongoing dialogue about diversity, inclusion, and societal perceptions of beauty.