Lesson 3 Flashcards
(10 cards)
Brands influence body image, gender roles, family dynamics, and even aspirations
Shaping Cultural Norms and Values
Promotes awareness on important issues like sustainability, health, and social justice.
Consumer Awareness and Lifestyle Shifts
Brand communication can increase visibility for marginalized groups
Representation and inclusion
Can drive positive behavior change (e.g., quit smoking, wear seatbelts)
Behavioral Influence
No deceptive advertising. Claims should be backed by real evidence, not unicorn dust and wishful thinking
Truthfulness and Honesty
Clear about intentions, sponsorships, and data usage
Transparency
Avoid reinforcing racism, sexism, ableism, etc
Avoiding Harmful Stereotypes
Special care needed when advertising to kids, the elderly, or emotionally vulnerable groups
Children and Vulnerable Audiences
Greenwashing (pretending to be sustainable) is unethical
Environmental Responsibility
Brands are expected to give back to society—through
charities, fair labor, sustainability
. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)