Adelaide Yiriyelleh, Project Manager of the Prevention of Violent Extremism Through Social Accountability (POVETSA II) project, emphasized the crucial role of the media in promoting peace and preventing violence extremism in Ghana. Apexnewsgh reports
giving her remarks at a two-day workshop in Bolgatanga, organized in collaboration with the National Peace Council, Yiriyelleh highlighted the project’s aim to improve civilian security transformations in Ghana.
The POVETSA II project, funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs, seeks to address the root causes of violence extremism through social accountability and community engagement. With the 2024 elections approaching, the project’s focus on conflict-sensitive reporting is timely and essential.
During the workshop, journalists from various regions received training on ethical reporting, fake news, misinformation, and understanding conflict dynamics.
Yiriyelleh urged the media personnel to grasp the key takeaways from the training and share their knowledge with colleagues, promoting a culture of responsible reporting.
The Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been supporting initiatives that promote peace, security, and human rights globally. The POVETSA II project is one such initiative, demonstrating the ministry’s commitment to addressing the complex issues surrounding violent extremism.
By empowering journalists with the skills and knowledge to report responsibly, the project aims to contribute to a peaceful and secure electoral process in Ghana.
As the country prepares for the 2024 elections, the role of the media in promoting peace and preventing violence extremism cannot be overstated.
Meanwhile, journalists attending the two-day workshop in Bolgatanga were beaming with gratitude as they expressed their appreciation to the National Peace Council, Catholic Relief Services (CRS), and the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the valuable training they received. This training is crucial in empowering journalists to report on conflict issues in a responsible and effective manner.
The workshop, part of the Prevention of Violent Extremism Through Social Accountability (POVETSA II) project, aimed to enhance the skills of journalists in conflict-sensitive reporting. By doing so, the project hopes to contribute to a peaceful and secure electoral process in Ghana, especially with the 2024 elections looming.
The journalists acknowledged that the training will help them report conflict issues effectively, which is a significant step towards promoting peace and understanding in Ghana. With their newfound skills, they are now better equipped to tackle complex conflict-related stories and provide accurate, unbiased information to the public.
This training is a testament to the importance of collaboration between organizations like the National Peace Council, CRS, and the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs in promoting peace and security in Ghana. By investing in the capacity-building of journalists, these organizations are helping to create a more informed and responsible media landscape, essential for a healthy democracy.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
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