Parents for Ethical Marketing
is a young, grassroots organization of people concerned about the effects of corporate marketing practices directed at young children.
Members receive action alerts and a monthly e-newsletter.
Shocking report reveals link between tobacco advertising and tobacco use among youth
Channels cannot promote BabyTV or BabyFirstTV
Goes "for the quick cash of pushing junk food at the expense of children. . . ."
Anastasia at YPulse has an interview with Michael Levine, executive director of the Joan Ganz Cooney Center, about digital media and kids. It’s not all bad, he says, and for now, I am inclined to believe him. Can’t wait to see the results of their research.
Taking a short break from blogging — be back next week.