The National Council for Children’s Television (NCCT) recognized trustees and officers of the Probe Media Foundation Inc. during the National Conference for Children’s Media last October 28.

NCCT awarded PMFI President Dr. Data Canlas, former trustee Pauline Mangilog-Saltarin, and Executive Director Yas Mapua Tang as “Pioneers in Children’s Television” for their work with the 90s children’s show, 5 and Up, among other programs. Broadcast journalist Atom Araullo, who is also a PMFI Trustee and Treasurer, was also awarded as a “Champion of child-friendly television.” PMFI is equally thrilled to be a policy partner of NCCT.
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PMFI’s sister organization, Probe Productions, also received the National Endowment Fund for Children’s Television (NEFCTV) grant to produce “Pastport Adventures,” a children’s program that takes kids on a fun, educational, and cultural adventure around the Philippines. Former 5 and Up reporter Chynna Ortaleza and her daughter, Stellar, host the show. The show will air starting January 9, 2027 (10 AM on OneNewsPH, Cignal TV).
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Thank you, NCCT! We continue to stand with you in co-creating a child-friendly media environment!