| 23 February 2021 As part of a previously announced $100 million commitment to invest in the future of quality kids, family and educational programming, YouTube Originals has announced the premiere of a new global slate of animated series, with the pick-ups of eight new shows and a number of key content partnerships. In announcing its new programming, YouTube Originals Kids & Family said that reflected in this new line-up was its work in developing content goals in collaboration with experts across the globe in areas related to child safety, child development and digital literacy. The result was said to be shows that inspire kids’ learning and discovery of their unique strengths and passions while finding their own voice.