Selena Gomez will host a one-hour broadcast on ABC this fall, originating from Free the Children’s “We Day” 2015 event in Chicago that will spotlight young change makers that embody Disney ABC Television Group’s new “Summer of Creativity” initiative.
Disney ABC Television Group launched the initiative on Monday, aimed at inspiring “young socially conscious individuals and their creative approach to strengthening their communities and changing the world,” the organization announced in a press release Monday.
Through the “Summer of Creativity” program, Disney ABC Television group will showcase programming and public service announcements highlighting how creativity and action can “inspire a better future.”
In addition, Disney ABC Television Group will also fund over 100 Youth Service America grants ($500 each) to support individual youth-led projects that help make communities greener, safer, smarter, healthier or cleaner.
“Across Disney, our concern for kids and families extends beyond their entertainment to the communities in which they live,” said David Ambroz, executive director of corporate citizenship and social responsibility at the Disney ABC Television Group. “Through our group’s powerful reach and impact, we can inspire and support individuals to create change in their lives and the world around them.”
The special hosted by Selena will be presented Friday, August 21 at 8 PM ET/PT on ABC.
For more information, visit www.YSA.org/BeInspired.
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