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Mission Driven. Child Focused.

Helping Children Grow Smarter, Stronger, and Kinder.

80
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80% of Parents
Feel Sesame Street helps prepare their child for school.
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We’re the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street and so much more — a community built on diversity, equity, and inclusion, where creators, educators, partners, and beloved characters come together to help children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.

Abby hugging a child.
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Our Work

Generations of kids have grown up watching Sesame Street, but we’re much more than a beloved television show. From timely research, to classroom curricula, to large-scale social impact projects, you can find us everywhere kids and families learn and play.

Elmo and Cookie
Close to 12 Million Kids*
in the U.S. watch, play, or listen to Sesame Street content each month.
*Age 0-8

Where We Work

Sesame Workshop brings learning, laughter, and life lessons to children all over the world.

Little boy drawing.

East Asia and Oceania

Sesame Workshop has a long history in East Asia and Oceania — and it’s as varied as these vast regions.

Sesame Street Muppets and a crowd of children watering tulips.

Europe

For decades, Sesame has brought joy and learning to the lives of children across Europe.

Abelerdo playing soccer.

Latin America

Sesame Workshop has brought joyful learning to children in Latin America for more than 50 years.

Kids on steps with Jad.

Middle East and North Africa

Using media, playful learning, and caregiver support to help children in the region learn, connect, and build resilience

Kami surrounded by happy children in an alley

Africa

Sesame uses the power of media, partnerships, and community engagement to prepare children for a future full of opportunity.

Chamki smiling with group of young girls.

South Asia

Using the power of media and community engagement to bring playful learning and support to children across the region

Big Bird greeting a group of kids.

United States and Canada

From Sesame Street to classroom learning to community support, Sesame has been sweeping clouds away for over five decades.

Abby and a girl playing.

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