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Few Among the things we do<\/h2>

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Press Freedom Advocacy<\/h4>

we have a dedicated desk that tracks and documents press freedom violation cases in Africa. All verified cases are published on our press freedom website https:\/\/pressfreedomafrica.amdf-centre.org\/. The desk is responsible for advocating press freedom and providing support to oppressed journalists where possible.<\/p><\/div>

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Media Trainings<\/h4>

We build capacity of journalists to strengthen their reporting and skills in Advocacy, Development and Investigative Journalism; to strengthen their messages, and engage their communities. \n

We have run projects based on beats including education, environment, food security, health, and security among others<\/p><\/div>

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Journalism Conference<\/h4>

Africa Conference on Development Journalism (ACDJ) is an annual gathering of journalists, media executives, academics, development partners and CSOs, to discuss development journalism and SDGs, among others. It is also meant to create a community of learning that will support the growth of Development Journalism in Africa. <\/p><\/div>

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Notable Activites <\/h2>

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MEDIA CLINIC<\/h5>

A forum where various media stakeholders meet to discuss trending issues in the media and raise concerns, and insight\/observation.<\/p><\/div>

MEDIA LECTURE<\/h5>

Named after a Nigerian Journalist who went missing in 1996 highlights various issues and challenges faced by journalists in Africa.<\/p><\/div>

EDITORS FORUM<\/h5>

A space where editors meet under the tutulage of a veteran to discuss best practices and approaches to news editing<\/p><\/div>

MEDIA EXECUTIVES<\/h5>

Where Media Executives meet to discuss on funding model and  social responsibilities of the media<\/p><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div>

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Notable Projects<\/h2>

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INVESTIGATIVE TRIP<\/h5>

In 2015 \u2013 2020, we supported journalists to embark on investigative trips to communities<\/p><\/div>

MISINFORMATION <\/h5>

In 2022, we sensitized communities on how to differentiate fake information from news with credible source<\/p><\/div>

GIRLS EDUCATION<\/h5>

In 2018 \u2013 2019, we supported Kaduna State in Drafting a policy for free and cumpulsary education for girls up to secondary school level.<\/p><\/div>

END VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN<\/h5>

Advocated for an end to Violence Ageanist Women and Girls in Kaduna State<\/p><\/div> <\/div><\/div>

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Testimonials<\/h2>

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AMDF is a household name in media training in northern Nigeria. Many of us across the region have benefitted from their trainings.

We appreciate all the effort and energy invested in us. Kudos to you, AMDF.<\/p> \"\"\/

Hauwa Bata<\/h6>

Radio Nigeria, Peace FM Maiduguri, Nigeria<\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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AMDF supported me to undertake investigative assignments which drew governments\u2019 attention leading to service delivery in Nigerian communities.

 I intend to build further skills around investigative journalism.<\/p> \"\"\/

Asma\u2019u Yawo Halilu<\/h6>

Voice of Nigeria<\/p><\/div> <\/div>

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I am privileged to have undergone series of capacity building that over time improved my career \u2013 courtesy of AMDF.

When it comes to providing quality training to media practitioners in Northern Nigeria, I give it to AMDF.<\/p> \"\"\/

Sola Ojo<\/h6>

Go Broad Sheet News, Nigeria<\/p><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div><\/div>

Counters<\/h2>

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PROJECTS EXECUTED<\/h5><\/div>
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JOURNALISTS TRAINED<\/h5><\/div>
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MEDIA awards PRESENTED<\/h5><\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div>

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Our Team<\/h2>

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Sekyen Dadik<\/h4>

Executive Director<\/p>

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Zhiroh Jatau<\/h4>

Press Freedom Manager<\/p>

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Gimbiya Sambo<\/h4>

Senior Program Officer Finance <\/p>

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Norice Emmanuel<\/h4>

Programme Officer AJN<\/p>

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Hannatu Mato<\/h4>

Programs & Partnerships Coordinator<\/p>

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Mohamed Nur Franca<\/h4>

AMDF Somalia Rep<\/p>

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Joel Honore Kouam<\/h4>

AMDF Rep Senega<\/p>

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