Entries for the 72nd edition of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity are now open.

The organisers have also announced the jury presidents for the festival which include Josy Paul, chairperson and chief creative officer, BBDO India. Paul will be leading the Sustainable Development Goals category.

Changes for this year's festival include the renaming of the Social & Influencer Lions to the Social & Creator Lions, to acknowledge the growing role of creators in the marketing landscape. 

In its 10th anniversary year, Glass: The Lion for Change is being redefined to reflect a more expansive vision for social equity. The scope of this award goes beyond gender to celebrate creative excellence that promotes more equitable representation across a wider range of communities including disability, race, sexuality and social inequity. 

Simon Cook, CEO, Lions, said, “We are excited to welcome a diverse and forward-thinking group of leaders who understand the transformative power of creative excellence to drive business growth and impact. All experts in their field, their incredible talent, combined with the commitment and leadership they bring to their roles, ensures the highest levels of integrity and rigor in the judging process. We thank them for all that they will bring to the important task ahead of them in June.”