Anna Ah-wan, Producer, Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation
The Seychelles (population 80,000), may be able to set an example for other nations. On the 7th of December, 2007, the Seychelles Government introduced a set of guidelines relating to HIV/AIDS Policy in the Workplace.
It is another way forward in the fight against stigmatisation and discrimination visavis HIV/AIDS.
On this note, I wish to thank you for all those updates on health which has helped me in my production for radio. Via your listserv, I have also had the chance to attend a workshop in Uganda on bird flu earlier this year which has also been very rewarding.
Merry x mas and Happy New year 2008!
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December 11, 2007
December 04, 2007
"Journalists need training here too"
Email from: Steven Chongo Mpuku, Journalist, Zambia
I am a journalist at a local Community radio station right here in Zambia. I am involved in reporting on and making radio programmes on health health issues. I came across your website, www.healthandmedia.org, this morning and, what surprised me is that, among the African countries that you have provided in-country training for, Zambia is not one of them. I feel Zambia should be included given the high prevalence of HIV over here.
Zambia has a 16% HIV+ rate. More than 1million people are infected.
With this, I think Journalists here should be better equipped with more Knowledge and better skills so that they can contribute positively to the fight against this pandemic.
I hope you give it a thought.
I am a journalist at a local Community radio station right here in Zambia. I am involved in reporting on and making radio programmes on health health issues. I came across your website, www.healthandmedia.org, this morning and, what surprised me is that, among the African countries that you have provided in-country training for, Zambia is not one of them. I feel Zambia should be included given the high prevalence of HIV over here.
Zambia has a 16% HIV+ rate. More than 1million people are infected.
With this, I think Journalists here should be better equipped with more Knowledge and better skills so that they can contribute positively to the fight against this pandemic.
I hope you give it a thought.
Malaria Advocacy Innovation Grants
Malaria Advocacy Innovation Grants 2007 Round Two - Africa
Deadline Date: December 10, 2007
The Innovation Grants for Malaria Advocacy is an initiative of the Malaria Consortium’s Mobilising for Malaria (M4M) programme which is supported by GlaxoSmithKline’s African Malaria Partnership.
The aim of the Innovation Grants for Malaria Advocacy is to promote and support new and original initiatives from civil society organisations (non-governmental organisations (NGOs), academic institutions, media), and community leaders.
The grants support ideas and partnerships that aim to reach new audiences in creative ways and to tackle issues such as equity, transparency, and accountability in Africa. The grants also aim to encourage the engagement of artists to amplify advocacy messages in African countries.
The grants are awarded annually to new initiatives in Africa. Five grants, ranging from US$5,000 to US$25,000, will be awarded in 2007:
* large grant up to US $25,000: only one possible award;
* medium grant up to US$10,000: two possible awards; and
* small grant up to US $5,000: five possible awards
Applicants from French speaking countries are encouraged to submit proposals.
The grants will not support:
* service delivery activities ;
* purchase of drugs, diagnostic test kits, health equipment, nets;
* purchase of information technology and photo equipment which are not central to the implementation of the project;
* projects outside Africa ;
* projects that are not run by African organisations;
* organisations/institutions already receiving funding for malaria advocacy from any source, or;
* individuals who are not working in partnership with an organisation or are not sponsored and based in an institution or organisation.
Application Information
Application deadline is December 10 2007. Applications will be accepted from established non-governmental organisations and institutions and from individuals associated with an organisation or institution, who meet the following criteria:
* evidence of experience in carrying out communications/media/advocacy activities;
* demonstrated involvement or interest in malaria related advocacy activities;
* capacity and necessary resources to implement and carry out the project and
* proof of legal status and accountability.
Applicants must identify clearly in their application the geographic area and groups they propose to reach through their project.
The application process has four stages:
* applications;
* shortlisting;
* final selection and
* grant awards.
The final selection will include a visit to each organisation/institution which has been short listed if appropriate with the aim of meeting project staff and reviewing the application in details.
Click here to download the application forms and more information:
Malaria Consortium
info@malariaconsortium.org
Deadline Date: December 10, 2007
The Innovation Grants for Malaria Advocacy is an initiative of the Malaria Consortium’s Mobilising for Malaria (M4M) programme which is supported by GlaxoSmithKline’s African Malaria Partnership.
The aim of the Innovation Grants for Malaria Advocacy is to promote and support new and original initiatives from civil society organisations (non-governmental organisations (NGOs), academic institutions, media), and community leaders.
The grants support ideas and partnerships that aim to reach new audiences in creative ways and to tackle issues such as equity, transparency, and accountability in Africa. The grants also aim to encourage the engagement of artists to amplify advocacy messages in African countries.
The grants are awarded annually to new initiatives in Africa. Five grants, ranging from US$5,000 to US$25,000, will be awarded in 2007:
* large grant up to US $25,000: only one possible award;
* medium grant up to US$10,000: two possible awards; and
* small grant up to US $5,000: five possible awards
Applicants from French speaking countries are encouraged to submit proposals.
The grants will not support:
* service delivery activities ;
* purchase of drugs, diagnostic test kits, health equipment, nets;
* purchase of information technology and photo equipment which are not central to the implementation of the project;
* projects outside Africa ;
* projects that are not run by African organisations;
* organisations/institutions already receiving funding for malaria advocacy from any source, or;
* individuals who are not working in partnership with an organisation or are not sponsored and based in an institution or organisation.
Application Information
Application deadline is December 10 2007. Applications will be accepted from established non-governmental organisations and institutions and from individuals associated with an organisation or institution, who meet the following criteria:
* evidence of experience in carrying out communications/media/advocacy activities;
* demonstrated involvement or interest in malaria related advocacy activities;
* capacity and necessary resources to implement and carry out the project and
* proof of legal status and accountability.
Applicants must identify clearly in their application the geographic area and groups they propose to reach through their project.
The application process has four stages:
* applications;
* shortlisting;
* final selection and
* grant awards.
The final selection will include a visit to each organisation/institution which has been short listed if appropriate with the aim of meeting project staff and reviewing the application in details.
Click here to download the application forms and more information:
Malaria Consortium
info@malariaconsortium.org
Job: News Media Coordinator, Washington, DC
Job Description:
The News Media Coordinator will work with the manager of media programs and others at PRB to develop training programs for journalists as part of efforts to raise awareness of family planning and other reproductive health issues in developing countries. These activities will focus on strengthening local capacities to understand the latest data and their policy and program implications, forming in-country networks of journalists who report on health issues and, through workshops and seminars, providing them with up-to-date data and other information that can help them to improve their reporting on reproductive health issues. The News Media Coordinator will work with editors and other top employees of media houses to identify appropriate journalists to participate in educational workshops and seminars that the candidate will help to develop and implement.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience as a journalist, demonstrated experience in training and giving workshops, experience working in developing countries, and some familiarity with sexual and reproductive health issues. Excellent English writing and oral communication skills are essential. An ability to work in French or Spanish would be desirable.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. PRB has an excellent benefits package, including generous health, leave, and retirement plans.
To Apply:
Please send cover letter noting the job for which you are applying, plus a resume with salary requirements to HR Specialist, Population Reference Bureau, 1875 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 520, Washington, DC 20009, USA; fax to 202-328-3937; or email your resume to jjackson@prb.org.
The News Media Coordinator will work with the manager of media programs and others at PRB to develop training programs for journalists as part of efforts to raise awareness of family planning and other reproductive health issues in developing countries. These activities will focus on strengthening local capacities to understand the latest data and their policy and program implications, forming in-country networks of journalists who report on health issues and, through workshops and seminars, providing them with up-to-date data and other information that can help them to improve their reporting on reproductive health issues. The News Media Coordinator will work with editors and other top employees of media houses to identify appropriate journalists to participate in educational workshops and seminars that the candidate will help to develop and implement.
Qualifications:
Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience as a journalist, demonstrated experience in training and giving workshops, experience working in developing countries, and some familiarity with sexual and reproductive health issues. Excellent English writing and oral communication skills are essential. An ability to work in French or Spanish would be desirable.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. PRB has an excellent benefits package, including generous health, leave, and retirement plans.
To Apply:
Please send cover letter noting the job for which you are applying, plus a resume with salary requirements to HR Specialist, Population Reference Bureau, 1875 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 520, Washington, DC 20009, USA; fax to 202-328-3937; or email your resume to jjackson@prb.org.
Latest awards, grants, prizes
Grant to raise awareness about malaria
Media organizations may apply.
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Bangladesh AIDS reporting contest deadline
A contest for HIV/AIDS reporting in Bangladesh has extended its deadline to December 11.
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Photo contest raises awareness of disabled people
The theme of the contest is "Decent work for persons with disabilities."
Entry deadline: November 21.
More: http://asiamediaforum.org/node/757
Contest honours best reporting on health care
Reporters who have covered health issues can submit their best work for the Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism. Deadline: January 16.
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Journalism Prize for TB Reporting
The award will recognize reporting and commentary in print and on the web.
More details
Award for Global Health & Human Rights
Nomination Deadline: Jan. 15, 2008.
Media organizations may apply.
More
Bangladesh AIDS reporting contest deadline
A contest for HIV/AIDS reporting in Bangladesh has extended its deadline to December 11.
More
Photo contest raises awareness of disabled people
The theme of the contest is "Decent work for persons with disabilities."
Entry deadline: November 21.
More: http://asiamediaforum.org/node/757
Contest honours best reporting on health care
Reporters who have covered health issues can submit their best work for the Awards for Excellence in Health Care Journalism. Deadline: January 16.
More
Journalism Prize for TB Reporting
The award will recognize reporting and commentary in print and on the web.
More details
Award for Global Health & Human Rights
Nomination Deadline: Jan. 15, 2008.
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