The National Council for Children’s Television (NCCT) and Knowledge Channel Foundation, Inc. (KCFI) are launching four new TV shows under “NCCT Originals” that champion self-empowerment among Filipino youth starting Tuesday (March 11).
The new shows are “Lakbay Isip”, “Tropa Peeps”, “OK AKO,” and “Friendship Puzzles,” which will tackle pressing issues on mental health, sexual abuse, and self-empowerment that affect Filipino youth today.
Funded by National Endowment Fund for Children’s Television (NEFCTV), the shows will air on Knowledge Channel every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 4:00 PM to 4:30 PM.
KCFI President and Executive Director Rina Lopez emphasized the significance of this collaboration. She said, “These programs of NCCT Originals align with our mission to provide educational and enriching content that helps young people navigate life’s complexities.”
With a goal of making a meaningful impact, these four new programs offer diverse storytelling formats designed to resonate with young audiences while promoting positive values and raising awareness of critical social issues.
“Lakbay Isip” is a live-action animated web series following a teenage artist navigating post-pandemic adolescence with the help of her imaginary alter egos, while “Tropa Peeps” blends scripted drama and expert interviews to shed light on sexual abuse and exploitation among teenage boys.
Meanwhile, “OK AKO” presents a light drama trilogy infused with comedy and spoken word poetry, tackling mental health struggles among youth, and “Friendship Puzzles” explores scientific insights on mental health intertwined with real-life stories, focusing on depression, anxiety, and suicide prevention.
Knowledge Channel is available on digital free TV, cable, direct-to-home satellite DTT, and online streaming through iWantTFC.