Plan Malawi Trains Community Radios on Gender Sensitivity and Ethical Reporting
The training covered digital security practices, responsible crisis reporting and coverage of marginalized communities.
SALIMA, Malawi — Plan Malawi International conducted a two-day training for community radio journalists on Thursday, focusing on gender-sensitive reporting and ethical coverage during emergencies, writes Victor Musongole.
The workshop brought together journalists, editors and producers from community radio stations across the country to address humanitarian reporting, gender inclusion and ethical standards.
"We noticed the gaps, and we believe we have covered them, especially in humanitarian and gender-sensitive and inclusion," said Winnie Botha, Plan International's campaigns and communication technical lead.
Facilitators included MISA Malawi Chairperson Golden Matonga, Plan Malawi Communication Specialist Steven Kamponda and Gender Inclusion Analyst Pauline Kabaghe.
The training covered digital security practices, responsible crisis reporting and coverage of marginalized communities.
"We expect good journalism work from the participants in times of crisis as well as incorporate gender balance and marginalized groups," Botha said.
James Nyirenda from Mzimba Community Radio praised the initiative, saying: "The knowledge gained from this training will help our audience expect improved programming and credible story writing."
Plan Malawi officials emphasized that community radio stations, which often broadcast in local languages, are frequently overlooked for professional development opportunities despite their significant audience reach.