Cartoon Network has partnered with Black Women Animate Studios to host the first-ever Black In Animation awards. The event will highlight the work of Black creatives and encourage others to follow suit.
“The honoring of our stories and contributions to the world of animation is long overdue. We are honored to put on the first ever event of this kind and hope it inspires more Black creatives to create our own narratives,” Black Women Animate Studios CEO Taylor K. Shaw said.
This year’s event will be hosted by Estelle who also lends her voice to the animated series, Steven Universe. Honorees include Vanessa Morrison of Walt Disney Studios, Bruce Smith of Disney Television Animation and several others. Fans can watch the show on December 6 at 8 p.m.