Agency: Munro & Forster
Client: NHS Blood and Transplant
Timescale: October 2009-ongoing
Budget: Undisclosed
- The lowdown
The first multimedia campaign to promote organ donation was rolled out across the UK on 2 November. The campaign aims to make people think about organ donation and to convert good intentions into sign-ups.
- Who is being targeted?
The wide-ranging campaign is aimed at all sections of the general public, to stimulate debate and discussion, with a particular focus on two groups: those who are ready to sign up now, and those who are in favour but need to talk to their family first.
- What are the main objectives of the campaign?
The main objective is to develop a series of creative ideas to support the launch of the advertising campaign.
- What activities are taking place?
The campaign started with a teaser, aimed at highlighting how many people who need an organ die each day. Munro & Forster launched a viral game based around the Tin Man from The Wizard of Oz - who was known for needing a heart. In addition, it held a photo call with Louise McGregor-Smith, a two-year-old girl who had a heart transplant, giving 33 Tin Men a heart.
- What else is M&F planning?
The campaign will see further bursts of activity around Christmas and in the spring. M&F has also planned a roadshow in ten locations across the UK to engage local trusts and stakeholder organisations.
- What challenges does M&F face?
As a sometimes controversial issue, it is essential to approach the subject appropriately, while creating enough talkability to generate media cut-through.
