Black Lives Matter

Taking Action in the Children's Media Industry BLACK LIVES MATTER Black stories matter. Black characters matter. Black voices matter. Black writers, creators, producers, educators, artists, and executives matter. Black children matter. As thinkers, makers, and distributors of kids’ content, we influence the lives of children and families. That position of influence carries an enormous responsibility. …

Diverse Talent and Professionals in Media

Representation in Children's Media matters both on the page, screen and stage and in the wide variety of careers and roles it takes to develop and share that creative. As makers, thinkers, and innovators, at CMA we believe that by learning and playing together, we strengthen ourselves, our community, and content for kids. Whether you …

AB-5 Freelancer Law: Five Takeaways

On Wednesday, June 17th the Children’s Media Association hosted an online information session and Q&A with Steven Friedlander and Galen Sallomi from the SV Employment Law Firm. They discussed the AB-5 Law and how it effects employers and employees in the freelance children’s media industry. The pair shared useful and detailed information regarding the law …

Content for Kids and Teens by Black Creators

Illustration from Carefree, Like Me! by Rashad Malik Davis At CMA we stand with the Black community to make this world a better and more just place for the future grown-ups of the world.  As makers, thinkers, and innovators we believe that by learning together, lifting each other up, and illuminating diverse voices from diverse …

Resources About Racism and Bias for the Children’s Media Community

As makers, thinkers, and innovators, at CMA we believe that by learning and playing together, we strengthen ourselves, our community, and content for kids. Conversation, communication, and dialog is key to this, and we encourage our members to speak out against racism and promote understanding. These resources can be a starting place for our community …