In the News: The Latest on ITVS Programs

Posted on July 8, 2009



"ASK NOT is not the final word on the issue of gays in the military. There will be others works of journalism as the debate heats up in Washington and nationwide. But it is a strong, serious effort at mixing discussion of civil rights and the obligation of citizens to contribute to the common defense, or at the least, not to block those who do wish to contribute." Read full review >>


Filmmakers Vee Bravo and Loira Limbal discuss ESTILO HIP HOP on Global Voices on PBS WORLD. Listen to the interview >>


"Each of the stories in ESTILO HIP HOP combines the personal and political... Again and again, the artists in Loira Limbal and Virgilio Bravo’s sharp, engaging documentary reject personal success in favor of broader goals. These goals are not always specific but they are sincere..." Read full review >>


“P.O.V. is the summer-school version of Independent Lens, the terrific anthology of indie films that airs the rest of the year... Check these out—you paid for ’em.” Read more >>

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    [July 18, 2025] Carrie Lozano, President and CEO of the Independent Television Service (ITVS), issued the following statement in response to Congress' vote clawing back congressional approved funding for public media.Congress’ decision to pass the rescission package that removes the $1.1B of previously approved federal funds for the Corporation of…

  2. Protecting Our Future and Charting the Course Ahead

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    We are sharing the sad and difficult news that ITVS is reducing its staff by 13 individuals across the organization. For a staff so committed to our mission and to each other, this 20% staff reduction is a painful moment. Our dedicated staff have made important contributions that are part of ITVS' legacy and success story. In the past few months, ITVS has…

  3. ITVS Documentary "Greener Pastures" Honored by the Television Academy

    May 1, 2025

    The Television Academy announced that the ITVS-supported, Independent Lens documentary Greener Pastures will be celebrated at the 18th Television Academy Honors. Established in 2008, the Television Academy Honors Award recognizes “Television with a Conscience” and seeks to celebrate programs that inspire, motivate, and harness the power of…