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The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation is looking to reward new media ideas that aim to improve news and information in local communities. | And, according to their website, this competition is open to nonprofits, companies or individuals of any age and anywhere in the world. That means you are eligible, so, have a look at their site for more information, and start getting creative. How about a free software programme that can take your station into cyberspace? Perhaps you are looking for a job in the US, UK, or, even, Afghanistan; or an audio guide for journalists on HIV/AIDS... maybe you are looking for a journalists guide to Bioterrorism... well, look no further, its all here - somewhere... just scroll down! Listserv member, Sachia Ngutsav, from Radio Benue, in Nigeria, wrote, asking why I would not disclose more information about our listserv members. In the last email I had sent to everyone, I did not mention names or designations, nor did I give out any email addresses.
Seeing as this is a network or likeminded individuals, I think it would be a good idea to mention names and designations, but, emails are a more delicate matter. Most emails groups have a privacy policy ensuring that a member's email address will not be passed on without specific consent. Sometimes, lists of this kind end up in the wrong hands and before you know it, you are getting yet more offers of Viagra, and more relatives of ousted former dictators are offering you 25% of a multimillion dollar inheritance (if only you would pass along 10 thousand for admin fees and you bank account details...etc., etc..).
With this, I am preparing a more detailed list of our Health and Media listserv members including names and designations. If you want to contact anyone on the list, send it to me and I will forward the message. Therefore, the recipient can reply directly. If you do not want you name on the list, let me know asap. Welcome new listserv member, Helen Mwihoreze, a reporter from Kigali, who writes: "I'm a 25 year old female Rwandan journalist (diploma in mass communication) working at the Focus Newspaper in Kigali, Rwanda." |
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1. Your emails
Reminder from Gambian radio producer
Mama Janneh, Producer, Gambia Radio and Television Services [currently in the UK]
"Hello everyone, The summer is here and days are getting hotter by the minute. At this point in time, even though i am not in my country, I am aware of the fact that the rainy season is fast approaching and this is quiet a perfect time for mosquitoes to start breeding,
I hope that anyone who may be in this situation is well prepared for action - i.e.: to prepare insecticide treated mosquito nets and and other effective methods available. Most significantly, for the health journalist, let's do our part in the area of sensitization.. I hope this makes sense wherever you may be. Until then, have a blissful summer.
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2. Health Headlines
Half of all Papuans Unaware of AIDS
Nearly half the people in Indonesia's remote Papua region have never heard of HIV/AIDS despite having the country's highest prevalence rate of the disease, according to an Indonesian government study.
Aids no longer death sentence
Tommy Jarvis, given just weeks to live by doctors at birth, is seven years later living proof Aids is no longer an automatic death sentence.
Aids pledge 'falls short'
The $60bn pledge by the world's leading industrial nations to combat the spread of HIV/Aids in Africa has fallen short of expectations, activists have said.
Indian HIV numbers lower?
The number of Indians infected with HIV is far fewer than previously believed, according to new survey that appears to vindicate skeptics.
Fewer pregnant women HIV+
here has been a "significant" drop in the rate of HIV among pregnant women attending public health clinics, according to Health Minister Manto Tshabalala-Msimang.
SA needs mass circumcision
07/06/2007 19:37
Aids experts have called for mass circumcision, condemning a "deafening silence" since studies revealed it can sharply cut infection rates.
SA should urge condom usage
A UN spokesperson has urged South Africa to promote condoms more widely to try and curb its Aids pandemic.
Germany gives billions for Aids
Germany will give four billion euros over the next eight years to the global fight against Aids, its development minister says.
UN praises SA Aids plan
South Africa's new Aids plan has been lauded by the chief of the UN's Aids/HIV agency, who said the country was now well placed to lead Africa into a new phase.
EU gives R3.8bn to fight disease
The European Commission plans to give R3.8bn to an international fund to fight Aids, tuberculosis and malaria over four years.
Bush pushes more Aids funding
President George W Bush has urged Congress to authorise an additional $30bn to fight Aids in Africa in the next five years.
ARVs 'smoked as drug'
Thugs in a KwaZulu-Natal community are robbing people living with Aids of their lifesaving antiretroviral drugs - and then smoking them to get high.
'Promising' new HIV drug
A new category of drug has shown promising results for HIV/Aids patients who failed to respond to other treatments, a study shows.
Gambian Health Journalists Attend Conference on TB
WHO: Plan To Stop Spread of Drug-Resistant TB
CARE Zambia Program Aims To Reduce Childhood Deaths From Malaria, Other Diseases
New York Times Examines U.S. Business' Efforts To Fight Malaria in Africa
Global Business Coalition President Encourages Businesses To Increase Efforts To Fight HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria
G8 Leaders Pledge $60B To Fight HIV/AIDS, Fund Malaria Programs in Africa
Malaria Spraying in Mozambique
Public must consent , says health official
Latest HIV/AIDS headlines
Latest Malaria headlines
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3. Opportunities
New Zealand host interviewing skills workshop
Interested in honing your ability to conduct interviews? The New Zealand Journalists Training Organisation (NZJTO) is offering a daylong seminar on the topic, scheduled for July 25 in Wellington. Registration deadline: July 10.
Asian journalists: crash course in media laws
Asian and Pacific journalists interested in enhancing their knowledge of media laws can apply for an upcoming course, scheduled for July 23 to July 25 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Course for broadcast trainers in Netherlands
Broadcasting trainers who want to help their students better meet the demands of the technological age can apply for an upcoming course at the Radio Netherlands Training Center. Deadline: October 1.
International competition for Radio journalists
English-speaking radio journalists worldwide can compete in a contest organized in Chicago, with prizes worth up to US$6,000. The final deadline is July 20.
Travel bursaries for Commonwealth journalists
Journalists who work for members of the Commonwealth Broadcasting Association (CBA) can apply for funds to travel to other Commonwealth countries. Deadline: July 1
Foundation offers funding for digital media
Do you have an idea that uses digital media, involves new forms of news in the public interest, and focuses on a specific geographic community? If you answered yes to all of the questions above, then your idea is eligible for funding from the Knight Foundation. Submission deadline: October 15.
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4. Resources
HIV and AIDS: Human Rights for Everyone
A Comic book by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees This comic book deals with the need to ensure a welcoming and discrimination-free environment for refugees and returnees. The cartoon tells the story of a young boy named, Fatou, whose father is an African refugee who has been sick for several months. Because other refugees and the local community suspect that the father is infected with HIV, children refuse to play with Fatou. More details
Finding a Common Language for Journalists and Scientists
Speech given by Bob Meyers President National Press Foundation Journalist to Journalist program, Washington D.C.
More details
Public Health & Why Journalists Must Care.
PowerPoint presentation by Nils Daulaire, M.D., M.P.H., president of the Global Health Council.
More details
Audio Guide for Journalists on AIDS Reporting
More details
Free software for internet broadcasting
Jet-Audio Basic - a free software programme that allows you to create your own Internet broadcasts, and it also can play all major file formats. For those who love audio effects, the application can also create nice cross-fade and also bridge transitions between songs as well. This version is compatible with all computers running Windows 98 and up.
http://www.cowonamerica.com/download
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5. Jobs
Communications Director - BBC WS Trust
London, United Kingdom
The incumbent will be responsible for the development and implementation of the organisation's communications strategy worldwide. S/he will manage a team of communications and web management staff in the United Kingdom and in international offices. http://www.comminit.com/vacancy3135.html
Media Manager - Population Action International
Washington, DC, United States
The incumbent will be responsible for developing and implementing a media strategy for PAI. S/he must have at least 7 years of experience working in or with the media.
http://www.comminit.com/vacancy3110.html
Contact RMR@popact.org
Project Manager - Sayara Media & Communication
Kabul, Afghanistan
The post holder will manage and coordinate the implementation of media and communication projects, which include video/TV, audio/radio, print and web components, as well as mobile cinema and theatre. S/he must have experience in project management and/or client relations. http://www.comminit.com/vacancy3120.html
Contact job@sayara-media.com
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