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The Youth Media Alliance (YMA) is dedicated to enriching the lives of Quebec and Canadian children and teens by helping to improve the content available to them on all screens.

In pursuit of its mission, the Alliance offers continuing professional development opportunities tailored to the specific needs of youth production artisans through workshops, seminars and internships.

Since 2015 YMA has offered several scholarships: the YMA Andra Sheffer Scholarship, the YMA Thérèse-Pinho Scholarship, the YMA Steven DeNure Scholarship and the John Rooney Fund for Creation as well as the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship. For more information, choose a scholarship from the drop-down menu.

TESTIMONIALS

Marc-Antoine Larche, Recipient
John Rooney Scholarship

"The John Rooney Scholarship - scriptwriting has been a springboard for my professional development. My hands-on experience at Zone3 and the opportunities and contacts made through this fellowship have been invaluable."


Sheridan Riggillo, Recipient
Andra Sheffer Scholarship

"Last November, I received The YMA 2024 Andra Sheffer Scholarship; and to put it simply, it changed my life. From the application process to the relationships it created, I couldn't be more grateful to The YMA and Andra Sheffer for giving me this wonderful opportunity.."


Daniel Fernandes - Recipient
John Rooney Scholarship

"This opportunity means a lot to me. It has really propelled me, as part of the LGBTQ community under-represented in the industry. I've been able to take part in festivals to make my voice heard, and to be surrounded by like-minded people from whom I can draw inspiration and build relationships."


Tchayé Briat, Recipient
Diversity & Inclusion Scholarship

"This enabled me to finance internships and develop as an artist, director and filmmaker. For the first time, I was able to be a production manager and realize my dream, to reach my career goals. Thank you to our partners and The YMA."


Maria Bui, Recipient
Steven DeNure Scholarship

"I'm really enjoying putting my skills to work on Lopii's projects, but especially learning new skills and strategies that will help me grow in the children's media industry. I'm grateful to The YMA and the Steven DeNure Fellowship for giving me the opportunity to learn and grow."

 

2025 Kidscreen Summit

Book Appointment & Send in videos
Deadline: Jan. 10 2025

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Content Canada - OIAF - Kidscreen
Request the Promo Code
Save $20 to $600
alliance@ymamj.org

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