We had a truly interactive workshop earlier today with other CSOs and Media houses on “Press Freedom” & “Effective Advocacy/Policy Influencing” aimed at strengthening the capacity of CSOs to combat the drivers of shrinking civic spaces👌(2/5)
Key issues like proliferation of misinformation and propaganda, which can erode public trust in the media and give room to introduction of censorship, & other ways media & CSOs unconsciously contribute to shrinking Civic spaces were critically analyzed (3/5)
The place of synergy & social responsibility in maintaining a healthy space were also highlightedđź‘Ś
By actively engaging with other CSOs and the media, we hope to increase media literacy, jointly combat disinformation and unite to amplify our voices (4/5)
As we come to the end of a very exciting and eventful year, we at Connected Development (CODE) wish to appreciate the year-long journey we undertook with you in serving and impacting our communities, hand-in-hand!
Founded in 2012 to empower marginalized communities in Africa, we have strengthened local communities by creating platforms for dialogue; engendered informed debate; and built capacities of citizens on how to hold their government accountable, through #FollowTheMoney.
As our impact stories have increased, so has our vision, and our ever-deepening sense of responsibility. Therefore, it is with pleasure at our shared achievement, and fulfilment at the completion of yet another remarkable year, that I bring you this message.