“For many decades EBU Members have been collaborating on globally-loved animation series, perhaps most famously with ‘The Animals of Farthing Wood’ several years ago. This new initiative shows our Members renewing this spirit of collaboration to secure the most exciting new content for young audiences in a competitive market.”
Matthew Trustram •Head of Television, EBU
EUROPEAN PUBLIC BROADCASTERS JOIN FORCES AGAIN TO SUPPORT ANIMATION
In 2023, a group of 15 public-service broadcasters gathered at the event and chose 2 series from over 70 projects: the Belgian production "Ray & Ruby" and the Danish concept "Pig & Andersen". The broadcasters have committed over €130,000 to their development.
In 2024, the project “My Life is a Manga” was chosen. Produced by Brain Comet and Blue Spirit (FR) with young audiences, it tells the story of Liya, a 13-years-old with an incredibly vivid imagination, who has the ability to transform ordinary days into extraordinary adventures. By transforming everyday life challenges into action filled quests, she can overcome everything!
This year on Thursday afternoon, Cartoon Forum participants will have the evolution of the project since its selection by the EBU Members last year.
This initiative was renewed in 2025 with the selection of at least one project, continuing the EBU network’s longstanding commitment to animated television programming and reflecting the current priority of engaging young audiences across Member territories.
The winner of this year's edition is French production "Elle(s)" produced by GO-N Productions.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) is the world’s leading alliance of public service media (PSM). We have 112 member organizations in 56 countries and have an additional 31 Associates in Asia, Africa, Australasia and the Americas. Our Members operate nearly 2,000 television, radio and online channels and services, and offer a wealth of content across other platforms.
“For many decades EBU Members have been collaborating on globally-loved animation series, perhaps most famously with ‘The Animals of Farthing Wood’ several years ago. This new initiative shows our Members renewing this spirit of collaboration to secure the most exciting new content for young audiences in a competitive market.” Matthew Trustram • Head of Television, EBU
