Sir Lenny Henry will deliver a keynote address on diversity as part of MIPCOM 2017.
Address coincides with MIPCOM’s inaugural Diversify TV International Excellence Awards which aim to highlight diversity, equality and inclusion on the small screen.
MIPCOM takes place in Cannes, from 16-19 October with Sir Lenny’s keynote address scheduled for Wednesday 18th October.
This year’s MIPCOM features an expanded Diversity Programme which will run over two days. It includes networking events, the awards and conferences comprising Sir Lenny Henry’s keynote followed by a panel of broadcasters and producers pushing the agenda for diversity and inclusiveness in the creation of bold and ambitious content that appeals to a global audience.