Diversity Hall of Honors

In the first week of this year, MPAC’s Hollywood Bureau was inducted into the Advancing Diversity Hall of Honors. This premiere industry event recognized our work to advance diversity, equality, and inclusion in entertainment. Other honorees this year included Walt Disney Television and ADCOLOR.

Sundance Institute Partner Panel with Peace is Loud

Heading to Sundance? Join us for a partner panel with Peace is Loud on Monday, January 27th, which coincides with the third anniversary of the Muslim Ban. Our discussion about representation and movement building will center around Adam Zucker's timely documentary, American Muslim.

Children's Media Screenwriting Lab with Practice Wonder!

Representation matters from an early age, and children of all baackgrounds deserve to see themselves reflected on screen. We are thrilled to partner with Practice Wonder on a Children's Media Screenwriting Lab this spring. This day-long intensive will bring Children's television professionals together with Muslim screenwriters to work on their scripts, pitch their projects, and network in the industry.

Media Awards

This spring, we will host our 29th annual Media Awards honoring artists, actors, activists, and executives who use art and media to create authentic, nuanced portrayals of Islam and Muslims, promote inclusion, social justice, and inspire action. Thank you to all who have submitted their nominations. We will keep you posted on who we will be honoring this year!