GMA Network was honored by the National Council for Children’s Television (NCCT) for its commitment to producing high-quality, child-appropriate, and culturally relevant content that supports the growth and development of Filipino children.
During NCCT’s 28th anniversary celebration held in Pasay City on October 24, both GMA and its sister channel, GTV, were recognized as Child-Friendly Broadcast Television Stations.
Kapuso shows iBilib and Born to be Wild also received Honorable Mentions under the Child-Friendly Television Programs category.
Meanwhile, a Posthumous Award was given to Robert “Uncle Bob” Stewart, the founder of Republic Broadcasting System (RBS), the precursor of GMA, to honor his legacy as one of the Pioneers and Champions of Children’s Television from the 1960s to the 1990s.
Among those present at the awarding ceremony were GMA Program Management Department Senior AVP Concepcion Agnes, Assistant Preview Manager Legrand Tulod, Public Affairs Segment Producer Shilla Anne Esquibel, Program Researcher Arnold Galvez Jr., Senior Preview Coordinator Nikka Garcia, and NCCT Media Monitoring Coordinator Clarisse Ann Dalangin.
The event highlighted NCCT’s ongoing advocacy for child-friendly media, encouraging collaboration among stakeholders. It also celebrated organizations that continue to champion safe, educational, and enriching programming to help create a more child-centered media landscape. For more stories about the Kapuso Network, visit www.GMANetwork.com.
