The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences continues to diversify its membership, welcoming a record-breaking number of new members in 2024. Since the #OscarsSoWhite movement in 2015, the Academy has shifted towards embracing younger and more diverse artists worldwide. This year's invitees include a talented group of Oscar nominees and winners, spanning various categories from actors to directors to cinematographers. Notably, the casting directors branch will now have voting privileges for the first time. The 2024 class reflects an increase in representation, with 35% of members identifying as women, 20% from underrepresented ethnic/racial backgrounds, and another 20% hailing from countries outside the U.S. The addition of these new members amplifies the Academy's commitment to inclusivity and broadening its global reach.