What we do
The Children’s Radio Foundation trains youth across Africa as radio reporters, giving them the tools and skills to make their voices heard. They ignite important conversations and gain leadership experience to last a lifetime.
Speaking in local languages and in a youth-friendly style, they interview community members, host debates, and bring out local perspectives on the issues that are impacting their lives.
With 68 project sites across 5 countries, 748 active youth reporters reach 9.7 million listeners each week.
Our radio broadcasts present new opportunities to youth and build pathways for them to strengthen communities. We are training and mentoring a new generation of broadcasters and thought leaders across Africa. They build their confidence, develop communication skills, think critically, and work together to tackle issues in their communities.
Key focus areas
to combat discrimination and to get LGBTI+ youth in DRC speaking about their lives and their concerns.
to raise awareness about gun violence, and to advocate for a safer community.
to challenge mindsets and shift attitudes around the environment.
to teach the financial skills needed to manage small agricultural enterprises.
Our reach
68
project sites in 5 countries
3517
trained youth reporters
9.7m
weeklylisteners
21
broadcast languagesWhy radio?
How we work
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IDENTIFYa radio station and community organization partner. -
TRAIN COMMUNITYmembers to work as youth project leaders and mentors. -
TRAIN YOUTHto produce and broadcast radio shows. -
SUPPORTprojects with resources, production guides, and information to enable high quality reporting. -
YOUTHreport on important issues and broadcast radio shows that stimulate dialogue. -
CONNECTyouth to opportunities for advancement, and allow them to interact and learn from each other.
