Kampala – High Sound for Children, a local child-based organization, has launched a media literacy programme for pupils at JesJonny Primary School in Mukono Municipality.
The programme, which will benefit 40 pupils, aims to equip young people with essential media literacy skills to navigate the complex media landscape.
“We are grateful for the support over the years and encourage you to keep the club active even in our absence because you now have The Smart Media Guide to lead the way,” said Hadijah Mwanje, Team Lead at High Sound for Children.
The programme will include training sessions on safe media usage, different forms of media, writing, public speech, social media, and debunking fake news. Pupils will also have the opportunity to engage with key media professionals.
“I urge you all to make the most of this opportunity and actively engage with the media club’s activities,” said Ivan Ssenabulya, High Sound for Children’s Media and Communications Officer.
During the launch, the pupils elected new leaders to oversee the programme’s activities, with Hannington Kajja leading a team of three learners.
“We at JesJonny are excited to see the clubs remain active. Our children have gained access to media platforms both within and beyond Uganda. They can now confidently share their perspectives on various topics while applying the media literacy skills they have acquired in their daily lives,” said Mr. Kisa Bildad, Teacher Patron.
The programme will be guided by “The Smart Media Guide”, a publication designed to promote safe media usage among young people.
