DID YOU KNOW?
Did you know this premier capacity-building program is transforming journalists into public health champions? Through specialized training in Basic Epidemiology, Infodemiology, and Social and Behavior Change (SBC)/Risk Communication, fellows are equipped to deliver impactful outbreak coverage and promote transparency during emergencies.
But that's not all! MEDIA-EIS fellows engage with mentors, public health experts, and key decision-makers, ensuring their media content drives positive change and upholds best practices in finance, equity, and human rights.
Join us on this journey to strengthen Nigeria's health security and create a healthier, more equitable society for all!
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Delving into the Depths of Media-EIS Fellowship Track 2!
Embarking on a knowledge-rich journey during Track 2 of the Media-EIS Fellowship has been nothing short of enlightening! Let's recap some key modules that fueled our intellectual exploration:
Media as Gatekeepers and Agenda-Setters: Unveiling the pivotal roles of Media in public health emergencies, pondering over why it's entrusted with gatekeeping and agenda-setting in society.
Building and Nurturing Trust: Exploring the essential elements for cultivating trust, delving into the intricate concepts of trust, trusting, and trustworthiness, while deciphering the media's role in this trust-building process.
Audience Segmentation: Understanding the significance of audience segmentation, dissecting factors influencing segmentation, and mastering the art of audience segmentation using diverse communication styles.
Overview of Social and Behavior Change (SBC): Immersing into the realm of SBC – its importance in human behavior, approaches, theories, and its unique dynamics during emergencies.
Risk Communication: Grasping the core idea of risk communication, unraveling its building blocks and guiding principles, and unraveling the intricate relationship between SBC and risk communication.
Psychology of Crisis (Understanding Risk Perception): Diving into the psychological responses to crises, decoding how people process information during crises, and gaining insights into effective crisis communication.
Community Engagement: Exploring the concept of community engagement, understanding its importance in disease prevention and outbreak response, and highlighting the role of media personnel in this crucial engagement.
Gender Considerations for SBC During Emergencies and Disasters: Shedding light on gender terminologies, emphasizing the need for gender considerations in materials and message development for disease prevention.
Ethical Interviewing: Revisiting the importance of ethical interviews in journalism, discussing key principles, guidelines, and practical tips f
Throwback Thursday: Track 1 - epidemiology in-person session #iamnotchallenge. Looking forward to Track 2 in-person session @BANigeria @Afenetnigeria @NCDCgov
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