The Children’s Media Association is a passionate community of makers, thinkers, and innovators who believe that by learning and growing together, we strengthen ourselves, our community, and the media that we create for children and families.
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Collectively, individually and across kids media we seek to inspire industry excellence through virtual Panels, in-person Events, Workshops, Mentorship, and Research & Insights Reports. We understand the privilege and the responsibility we share as the creative community shaping the minds and hearts of our children … and thereby, our future.
The Children’s Media Association is a nonprofit organization connecting the dots across all media verticals. With chapters in New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco and virtual members around the world, we are building the future of the kids and family media industry.
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We are a 100% volunteer-run. Your generous donations fund all that we do to inform, inspire, and connect those working across the kids and family media landscape.
📘 Just dropped: The Importance of Positive Male Representation in Children’s Media — our newest CMA Playbook.
We’re digging deeper than just who gets screen time.
What kinds of stories are we telling boys about themselves?
And what are we leaving out?
This new report explores how media can move beyond outdated stereotypes—toward portrayals that reflect boys as emotional, creative, caring, and complex.
🧠 New research
💬 Real parent insights
✨ Storytelling strategies that work
Tap the link in bio to read the full playbook.
#CMAPlaybook #BoysInMedia #ChildrensMedia #RepresentationMatters #RethinkBoyhood #CMAVoice #InclusiveStorytelling #KidsMedia
📣 Calling all CMA New York members and non-members! 📣
Join us Thursday May 22nd for our May in-person meetup. Connect with fellow children`s media enthusiast over light bites. Entry for members is FREE, and non-members are welcome too!
To RSVP, click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #KidLit #DigitalLearning #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #MediaCreators #MediaImpact #InclusiveMedia #FamilyMedia
New report drop ✨
Today is International Day of the Boy, and we’re marking the moment by releasing our Spotlight Edition of Let`s Talk About Boys! — A first look at how boys are represented in children’s media.
Boys are often at the center of the story — but rarely shown with emotional range, close friendships, or space to grow. This preview explores how we can evolve the construction of masculinity and tell stories that reflect who boys really are.
📍 Read the Spotlight now → link in bio
📘 Full report coming next week.
#SpotlightOnBoys #InternationalDayoftheBoy #RepresentationMatters #BoysInMedia #StorytellingForChange #FutureOfBoyhood #EmotionalLiteracy
📣 Calling all CMA families and friends — join us for a picnic in Central Park on June 1st! Come with your family or on your own — everyone is welcome!
Bring your picnic blankets, snacks, and smiles for a fun-filled afternoon at East Green, nestled between 69th and 72nd Streets along Fifth Avenue.
To RSVP, click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
Let’s Talk About Boys!
Join us for a powerful CMA panel exploring the importance of positive male representation in children’s media. From storytelling to inclusive animation, our expert panelists are helping shape the next generation of boys—and the stories they see.
🎤 Moderated by:
👨🏾🏫 Dr. Kareem Edouard
🎙 Derek Baird
👥 With panelists:
📚 Dr. Kevin Clark
🧠 Dr. Michael Reichert
🎬 José Campi Portaluppi
🎓 Dr. Chris Bell
🗓 May 22, 2025
📍 CMA Screening Room
🔗 RSVP now via link in bio!
#CMAPanel #ChildrensMedia #BoysInMedia #PositiveRepresentation #MediaMatters #KidsMedia #STEAMlearning #GenderJustice #FutureOfMedia
Join us for CMA Bay Area`s May Monthly Meetup in San Francisco! 🌁 Whether you`re a longtime member or curious to learn more about our community, this is the perfect chance to connect, network, and discover what makes CMA so special.
📣 Non-members are welcome - come see what we`re all about!
Let`s get together Thursday May 29th at 6PM! To RSVP, click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #FamilyFriendly #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #KidLit #DigitalLearning #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #Storytelling #MediaCreators #MediaImpact #InclusiveMedia #FamilyMedia
📣 UPDATE! 📣 This event has been moved to Thursday May 22nd. Updated details coming soon!
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #KidLit #DigitalLearning #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #MediaCreators #MediaImpact #InclusiveMedia #FamilyMedia
Calling all LA members! Join us May 31st from 10AM - 12PM for a Brunch Meetup! Come gather, potluck with us, and connect with fellow creatives! 🥗🥪🍲🥐😋
📣 Special guest to be announced. 📣
To RSVP, click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #FamilyFriendly #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #KidLit #DigitalLearning #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #Storytelling #MediaCreators #MediaImpact #InclusiveMedia #FamilyMedia
Our members-only CMA Connect Virtual Event is coming up! Join us for May`s CMA Connect on Thursday May 15th at 5pm PT (8pm ET) to connect with fellow members and children’s media professionals across the U.S. and the world. 🌎 Introduce yourself to the community if you’re new or simply network, share ideas, and connect with one another!
RSVP by clicking on the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events — the meeting link will be sent out on the day of the event 💻
#childrensmediaassociation #childrensmedia #cmaevents #cmaconnect #cmaglobal #virtualnetworking #mediaindustry
A Conversation with Tabitha Brown!
Yes, you heard that right. A conversation with Tabitha Brown!
Join us on Monday May 12th at 6PM PT for a heartwarming and inspiring evening with @iamtabithabrown —actress, New York Times bestselling author, vegan foodie, and beloved internet personality known for her signature blend of kindness, humor, and wisdom.
To RSVP, click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMediaAssociation #CMACommunity #CMAEvents #MediaLiteracy #EducationalMedia #DigitalLearning #Medialndustry
In New York and aspiring to be an animator? Looking for a free mixer? CMA has you covered!
Join us on Tuesday May 6th for a night to remember.
To RSVP, click the link in our bio ▶️ Programming ▶️ Events
#ChildrensMedia #KidsEntertainment #FamilyFriendly #EducationalMedia #MediaForKids #CMACommunity #KidLit #DigitalLearning #MediaIndustry #CMAEvents #Storytelling #MediaCreators #MediaImpact #InclusiveMedia #FamilyMedia #animation #mixer
👦 Let’s talk about the representation of boys in kids` and family media.
Join us on May 22 at 5pm PT / 8pm ET for a powerful panel hosted by CMA’s Research & Insights team.
We’ll explore new findings on how boys (and fathers) are portrayed—and why it’s time to move beyond stereotypes to more emotionally complex, authentic characters. 💬
🎯 Key insights
🧠 Actionable takeaways
📺 Real examples from today’s most talked-about shows
🔗 RSVP at the link in bio and be part of the conversation shaping the future of children’s storytelling.
#CMAPanel #RepresentationMatters #BoysInMedia #KidsAndFamilyMedia #InclusiveStorytelling #ChildrensMedia #MediaResearch #PositiveRepresentation
