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Violet Banda - Giving Voice to Malawi's Youth

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Channel: Oslo Freedom Forum · 2011 · Nonprofits & Activism

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Violet Banda speaks at Oslo Freedom Forum 2011
Giving Voice to Malawi's Youth

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Violet Banda, a youth reporter for Malawian radio station Radio Timveni, speaks passionately about the difficulties faced by children in her country. Banda is an HIV positive orphan who lost both of her parents to the destructive disease. She covers many heartbreaking stories, such as that of a student impregnated and infected with HIV/AIDS by her teacher. Banda's reporting on the story led to the dismissal of the teacher by the Minister of Education, demonstrating the power of Radio Timveni to bring attention to issues of child abuse in Malawi. Radio Timveni is particularly relevant because of its mean of communication. Since few children have access to television, radio is a more effective way of broadcasting such stories. Furthermore, since the program does not depend on electricity, it can reach even children in remote villages. Banda seems to embody Radio Timveni's spirit of perseverance with the hope she displays despite the difficult circumstances in her country. Her voice reveals that she is determined to spread the stories of the children of Malawi, so that they can finally take charge of their human rights and regain respect. Learn more about #OsloFreedomForum:

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