Media Advocacy: Radio Universe Engagement
As part of advocacy efforts under the 16 Days of Activism to End Violence Against Women, Renel Ghana Foundation, representing the SDG 5 Platform, engaged audiences on Radio Universe to raise awareness and strengthen collective action against violence targeting women and girls.
Purpose
- Mobilise families and communities to play active roles in prevention and protection.
- Highlight the rise of Sexual and Gender‑Based Violence (SGBV) and its impact on communities.
- Address digital violence and promote online safety for women and girls.
- Promote survivor‑centred support systems to ensure dignity and recovery.
- Strengthen accountability mechanisms across institutions and communities.
Activities delivered
- Radio discussion: live engagement with audiences on SGBV, digital safety, and survivor support.
- Expert facilitation: led by Mr. Benjamin Edward Abaidoo (Monitoring & Evaluation Officer) and Madam Barikisu Mahei (Regional Girls’ Advocate and Admin & Finance Officer).
- Awareness raising: practical insights shared on reporting pathways, accountability, and safeguarding.
- Community mobilisation: call to action for families, schools, and institutions to strengthen prevention.
Participants and roles
- Renel Ghana Foundation: represented the SDG 5 Platform and facilitated the advocacy session.
- Radio Universe: hosted the programme and amplified messages to a wider audience.
- Speakers: Mr. Benjamin Edward Abaidoo and Madam Barikisu Mahei provided technical and advocacy perspectives.
- Audience: community members, families, and institutions engaged through live radio discussions.
Outcomes and next steps
- Longer term: sustain advocacy through continuous education, community dialogues, and policy engagement.
- Immediate outcomes: increased public awareness of SGBV, digital violence, and survivor‑centred support.
- Short term: share advocacy messages across social media and community platforms.
- Medium term: collaborate with institutions to strengthen accountability and reporting mechanisms.
