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Understanding contraceptives and dispelling myths
Dear broadcasting partners, Misconceptions about contraceptives remain a major barrier to informed decision-making around sexual and reproductive health. Across many communities, myths, misinformation, and fear can prevent people—especially women and young people—from accessing and confidently using family planning methods that are safe, effective, and life-changing. Improving understanding of contraceptives helps individuals and couples make choices…
Interview
Public debt and its impact in Africa
Please note that this script is not a word-for-word record of the interviewees’ words. To ensure that we cover the key information about the topic, and that all readers will understand the messages, we have modified the text slightly, and are therefore using pseudonyms rather than the interviewees’ real names especially for our case study….
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Radio spots on public debt
Spot #1: What is public debt? NARRATOR: You might have heard that (name of your country) has a lot of public debt. You may have heard that many African countries have a lot of debt. But what is public debt? And who is it owed to? Public debt is money owed by governments to other…
Backgrounder
Public debt and illicit financial flows in Africa, and their impact on African households
Introduction This backgrounder explains public debt in sub-Saharan African (SSA) countries. It shows how the challenges of public debt are caused not only by governments borrowing money, but also by the structure and operations of the global economic system. The backgrounder also gives examples of how unsustainable levels of public debt hurt societies, households, and…
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Broadcasting change: Youth and reproductive health
Dear broadcasting partners, Young people are the future of Africa’s rural communities. Yet, many youth face barriers to accessing accurate and inclusive sexual and reproductive health information—especially those living in remote areas or those with diverse gender identities. We are proud to share a new theme pack on Youth Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health….
Interview
Media literacy and sexual and reproductive rights
RISING SIGNATURE TUNE, THEN FADE OUT HOST : Hello, dear listeners! Welcome to our program and thank you for tuning in. Today, our program today is about media literacy and Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights (SRHR). We’ll use the case of a young woman to help us understand this issue. First, we’ll chat with…
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Radio spots on latrines and hygiene
Spot #1: The many benefits of hygienic latrines NARRATOR: There are so many benefits to using hygienic latrines. Most important, they mean that your family enjoys better health! They also increase your privacy, increase community pride, and individual dignity. And they make life a lot more convenient! So, to improve your health, guarantee family…
Interview
Promoting contraception among young girls in vulnerable areas
SIGNATURE TUNE RISES, THEN FADES OUT HOST : Hello, dear listeners, welcome to our program. Today, with our guests, we’re going to talk about methods of contraception for young girls in gold mining areas, through a local organization dedicated to raising awareness and supporting young girls in reproductive health issues, located in a district…
Backgrounder
Power dynamics
Introduction Understanding power dynamics is essential to conducting effective interviews on all topics, especially sensitive ones. Understanding power dynamics can help you avoid perpetuating stereotypes and know when to delve further with your interviewee. Power dynamics refer to the way in which power is distributed and used among individuals and groups. Power dynamics can be…
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Taking a stand against gender-based violence: Resources for your radio program
Around the world, too many women and girls face violence and discrimination because of their gender. This often takes the form of limited rights, limited control over or access to finances or resources, or physical violence. Farm Radio International has developed several resources related to gender-based violence, including several relating to sexualized violence and…