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Mipcom Cannes Diversify TV Awards announces nominations and host
Mumbai: RX France (formerly Reed Midem) has announced the nominations and host for the sixth Mipcom Cannes Diversify TV Awards.
The awards celebrate, champion and promote diversity and inclusion through exemplary representation in television series and entertainment programmes internationally. A record 190 submissions were received this year from 27 countries. 10 winners will be awarded.
Billed as ‘the mother of all entertainment content markets,’ the 38th International Co-Production & Entertainment Content Market (17-20 October) is set to welcome over 10,000 delegates from 96 countries. The ceremony, now firmly established as a highlight of the conference programme, will this year be hosted by international anchor and diversity advocate Femi Oke and staged on 19 October 2022 in the Palais des Festivals’ Grand Auditorium.
Over four decades, Oke has reported, produced and presented for broadcasters including CNN International, Sky, National Geographic, NPR and the BBC, and been a regular moderator at global forums and conferences, facilitating on behalf of the United Nations, World Bank, and European Commission. Currently host of The Stream on Al Jazeera English, Oke is also the co-founder of Moderate The Panel, an agency dedicated to sourcing diverse event hosts.
The nominations were reached by a short list jury composed of leading professionals committed to diversity and inclusion. The winning programmes in each category will again be chosen by a final round jury made up of advocacy organisations and specialised publications that campaign for equality and inclusion, including The Anne Frank Trust, APF France handicap, Fondation Mozaïk, Gadim, GLAAD, the Minority Rights Group, ODA, Scope and Stonewall.
Mipcom Cannes, MipJunior director Lucy Smith said, “Our approach with DiversifyTV and the awards has been to elevate those already making an impact to inspire our industry internationally. If nominated, that impact has been recognised not only by peers but by specialists and advocacy groups in the diversity and inclusion area, an extraordinary and meaningful accolade that also stands as an example of what’s possible in TV. I wish all the nominees the very best of luck for what will be an inspirational event.”
The awards are organised in collaboration with founding partner DiversifyTV, and in association with founding presenting partners A+E Networks & Netflix, and returning awards partners Telefilm Canada, Canada Media Fund and All3Media International and D.I.M.E.S., among other supporting partner companies and organisations.
The nominations are:
Representation of Race and Ethnicity – Scripted
Bangla – The Series
Original Broadcaster: RAI Fiction
Distributor: Fandango
Produced by: Fandango in collaboration with RAI Fiction
Che Peruvian (“Che Peruano”)
Original Broadcaster: Personal (Argentina), Flixxo
Distributor: Flixxo
Produced by: Ernesto Rowe & Niko Chiesa / TeveLab
Pour toi Flora
Original Broadcaster: Radio-Canada
Distributor: Attraction Distribution
Produced by: Nish Media
Representation of Race and Ethnicity – Non-Scripted
Our African Roots
Original Broadcaster: SBS Australia
Distributor: Abacus Media Rights
Produced by: Chemical Media
Race Around Britain
Original Broadcaster: YouTube Originals
Distributor: YouTube Originals
Produced by: Expectation, Munz Made It
Unheard
Original Broadcaster: Amazon Prime Video
Distributor: LADbible Group
Produced by: LADbible Group Australia
Representation of LGBTQIA+ – Scripted
Heartstopper
Original Broadcaster: Netflix
Distributor: Netflix
Produced by: A See-Saw Films Production for Netflix
(S)he
Original Broadcaster: TF1
Distributor: Newen Connect
Produced by: And So On Films
Sort Of
Original Broadcaster: CBC/HBO Max
Distributor: Abacus Media Rights, Sphere Media Distribution
Produced by: Sphere Media Toronto (Formerly Sienna Films)
Representation of LGBTQIA+ – Non-Scripted
Freddie Mercury: The Final Act
Original Broadcaster: BBC Two
Distributor: BBC Studios
Produced by: Rogan Productions
LA (A Queer History)
Original Broadcaster: PBS
Distributor: PBS, A+E
Produced by: L.A. Queer History Inc x 4Mat Factory
Queens To The Rescue
Original Broadcaster: ATRESplayer PREMIUM
Distributor: Atresmedia Televisión
Produced by: Atresmedia Televisión with the collaboration of Estudios Buendia
Representation of Disability – Scripted
Audrey’s Back
Original Broadcaster: Quebecor/Club Illico
Distributor: Beta Film
Produced by: Pixcom in collaboration with Quebecor Content
Dodger
Original Broadcaster: CBBC and BBC iPlayer
Distributor: NBCUniversal Global Distribution
Produced by: Universal International Studios, a division of Universal Studio Group
Exceptional
Original Broadcaster: Kan 11
Distributor: Armoza Formats
Produced by: Eight Productions
Representation of Disability – Non-Scripted
Ellie Simmonds: A World Without Dwarfism
Original Broadcaster: BBC One
Distributor: Keshet International
Produced by: Flicker Productions
Speechless
Original Broadcaster: RTÉ
Distributor: RTÉ Programme Sales
Produced by: Firebrand Productions
We Don’t Play Dolly
Original Broadcaster: Mediacorp Singapore
Distributor: Mediacorp
Produced by: The Moving Visuals Co.
Representation of Diversity in Kids Programming – Pre-school
CBeebies Presentation
Original Broadcaster: CBeebies and BBC iPlayer
Distributor: BBC
Produced by: BBC
Lili & Lola
Original Broadcaster: Oznoz
Distributor: Big Bad Boo Studios
Produced by: Big Bad Boo Studios
Proud To Be Me
Original Broadcaster: CBC
Distributor: CBC
Produced by: CBC
Representation of Diversity in Kids Programming – Older Children
First Day
Original Broadcaster: Hulu, ABC ME
Distributor: Australian Children’s Television Foundation
Produced by: Epic Films in association with KOJO Studios
Jamie Johnson Series 6 – Episode 8 – ‘The Right Thing’
Original Broadcaster: BBC
Distributor: BBC Studios
Produced by: Short Form Film
Onyx Family Dinner
Original Broadcaster: YouTube Originals
Distributor: YouTube Originals
Produced by: pocket.watch
Premio MIP Cancun (New for 2022 in partnership with MIP Cancun)
Because Victoria
Original Broadcaster: Amazon Prime Video
Distributor: VIS
Produced by: VIS, Oficina Burman
Che Peruvian (“Che Peruano”)
Original Broadcaster: Personal (Argentina), Flixxo
Distributor: Flixxo
Produced by: Ernesto Rowe and Niko Chiesa / TeveLab
Grandes Mujeres Latinoamericanas (“Great Latin American Women”)
Original Broadcaster: YouTube/BILLIKEN
Distributor: Billiken
Produced by: Billiken, NutsMedia
The recipient(s) of the new Behind The Scenes Impact Award will also be announced at the event.
NEW DELHI: Hamdard Laboratories gathered a cross-section of India’s achievers in New Delhi on Friday, handing out the Hakeem Abdul Hameed Excellence Awards to figures who have left their mark across healthcare, education, sport, public service and the arts.
The ceremony, attended by minister of state for defence Sanjay Seth and senior officials from the ministry of Ayush, celebrated individuals whose work blends professional success with a sense of public purpose. It was as much a roll call of achievement as it was a reminder that influence is not measured only in profits or podiums, but in people reached and lives improved.
Among the headline awardees was Alakh Pandey, founder and chief executive of PhysicsWallah, recognised for turning affordable digital learning into a mass movement. On the sporting front, Arjuna Awardee and kabaddi player Sakshi Puniya was honoured for her contribution to the game and for pushing women’s participation onto bigger stages.
The cultural spotlight fell on veteran lyricist and poet Santosh Anand, whose songs have echoed across generations of Hindi cinema. At 97, Anand accepted the honour with characteristic humility, reflecting on a life shaped by perseverance and hope.
Healthcare honours spanned both modern and traditional systems. Manoj N. Nesari was recognised for strengthening Ayurveda’s place in national and global health frameworks. Padma shri Mohammed Abdul Waheed was honoured for his research-backed work in Unani medicine, while padma shri Mohsin Wali received recognition for his long-standing contribution to patient-centred care.
Education and social development also featured prominently. Padma shri Zahir Ishaq Kazi was honoured for decades of work in education, while former Meghalaya superintendent of Police T. C. Chacko was recognised for public service. Goonj founder Anshu Gupta received an award for his dignity-centred rural development initiatives, and the Hunar Shakti Foundation was honoured for empowering women and young girls through skill development.
The Lifetime Achievement Award went to former IAS officer Shailaja Chandra for her long career in public healthcare and governance, particularly in the traditional systems under Ayush.
Speaking at the event, Hamdard chairman Abdul Majeed said the awards were a tribute to those who combine excellence with empathy. “These awardees reflect Hakeem Sahib’s belief that healthcare, education and public service must ultimately serve humanity,” he said.
Minister Seth struck a forward-looking note, saying India’s young population gives the country a unique opportunity to become a global destination for learning, health and wellness by 2047.
The ceremony also featured the trailer launch of Unani Ki Kahaani, an upcoming documentary starring actor Jim Sarbh, set to premiere on Discovery on 11 February.
Instituted in memory of Unani scholar and educationist Hakeem Abdul Hameed, the awards have grown into a national platform that celebrates those building a more inclusive and resilient India. For one evening at least, the spotlight was not just on success, but on service with substance.
