Join USC Annenberg for a panel with high-level executives from companies like Disney who have created programs such as Doc McStuffins, Elena of Avalor, and The Proud Family for a discussion about the importance of diversity in children’s media.

Panelists:

• Chris Nee, Creator/Executive Producer of Doc McStuffins
• Silvia Cardenas Olivas, Co-Executive Producer/Head Writer, Maya and the Three, and Story Editor, Elena of Avalor
• Doreen Spicer Dannelly, Writer, The Proud Family, Jump In! and Random House book, Love Double Dutch!
• Lisa Yee, author of 20+ novels for kids, including the DC Super Hero Girls series

Moderator:

• Kirk Damato, CMA LA Founding Member, participant in the Jim Henson Company’s Diversity Puppeteer Training Initiative and former BuzzFeed Diversity Council member

Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for an opportunity to network with professionals from the Children’s Media Association Los Angeles. The panel discussion will start at 7:30.

Register using the link below and use the promo code “USCDiversity” if you are affiliated with USC.

This program is open to all eligible individuals. USC Annenberg operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor.