Internews created the "Local Voices" program in 2002 to involve local media in the struggle against HIV/AIDS by providing broadcasters with the information, resources, and professional support needed to cover the impact of the disease. The "Local Voices" program involves the intensive training of journalists, talk show hosts, and radio disc jockeys on HIV/AIDS information, while encouraging station owners and managers to support high quality reporting and programming on the disease. Internews will also work to develop and strengthen national associations of journalists concerned about the spread of the epidemic, and will help these local institutions take over responsibility for ongoing programs in both Kenya and Nigeria.
For more information, visit the Internews website at http://www.internews.org/prs/local_voices/hiv_training_2002_11_22.htm or contact Mark Frohardt, Africa Regional Director for Internews, at mfrohardt@internews.org
