Entertainment Industries Council Inc

Entertainment Industries Council Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Reston, Virginia. Founded in 1983, the organization employs 13 people and generates $20 million in annual revenue. EIC focuses on utilizing the power of the entertainment industry to communicate about health and social issues. They provide resource information to creative professionals and produce national television specials like the PRISM Showcase, which highlights accurate portrayals of substance use and mental health concerns. The organization also produces the SET Awards, recognizing positive and non-stereotypical representations of science, engineering, and technology in media. EIC is recognized as a pioneer in entertainment and journalism outreach and a model for entertainment education. They serve as a resource for the creative community, aiming to influence media portrayals of important social issues. For more information about EIC's work, including a list of addressed health and social issues and local projects, please visit their website at www.eiconline.org. For details about the PRISM Awards, visit www.prismawards.com, and for information on the SET Awards, visit www.eicsetawards.com.