Empower Women and Girls Around the Globe

Thanks to your commitment to creating positive media more women and girls around the world have choices and opportunities. 
 
53% of girls in Mozambique are married before their 18th birthday, leading to adverse outcomes for girls and communities alike. This month we're sharing the inspiring story of Jenna*, a courageous teen girl in Mozambique whose life has been transformed through the programs you generously help support. 
 
We're excited to share Jenna's story below. 

Jenna's Story: 

"When I finished my studies, I had nothing to do, so my father tried to force me to get married. Now, I learn a lot, especially about issues related to girls. I have taken these teachings to the girls in my community,” said Jenna.  
 
Like many girls in her area, once Jenna finished school, she didn’t have many paths forward. But our youth-led radio program, Ouro Negro da Malta, changed Jenna’s life. 
 
“The show changed the way I look at my future. Before I was very limited, I almost had no dreams because I thought that I was incapable. Since I started producing the [radio] program, I put those thoughts aside and now I dream of being a teacher and I believe that I will fulfill this dream to make my family even more proud,” Jenna shared. 
 
Jenna's experience as a radio producer has not only given her the chance to create a life of her own choosing but she also empowers other young women and girls in her community through the radio show. 

Jenna's story is a testament to the profound impact of our programs on our listeners and radio producers. With your generous support, PCI Media continues to produce lasting change for millions of women and girls. 
 
We're so grateful for your commitment to create a healthier, more sustainable, and just world with us. 

Thank you! 

Learn more about Ouro Negro da Malta 

Households in rural Mozambique are having new conversations about family planning, gender roles, nutrition, and sustainable agricultural practices! 

Gender stereotypes are playing a significant role in driving adverse health outcomes for children and contribute to the risks of food insecurity. As our response, PCI Media has teamed up with the World Food Programme to tackle food insecurity and shed light on the positive gender roles that lead to healthier families.  

The issue of food insecurity is a complex one that requires a holistic approach to address all the factors that support it. Our program focuses on the relationship between family planning and food security by educating the public through radio shows and community discussions. 

A core objective of the program is to empower women to make more informed choices about family planning and achieve a more equitable division of labor at home. The radio shows address the many gender stereotypes that impact both men and women, providing households with the tools they need to have their own conversations.  

Listeners of the radio program reflect on how more open communication has led to positive change in their relationships. “When men stayed at home, there were always fights because they wanted to have sex and we were afraid of becoming pregnant. But now we always follow the radio about family planning and maintain relationships with our husbands without fear. And the fights have also reduced because of family planning.” 

Thank you for your support in helping us empower women to overcome inequitable gender norms and to make informed decisions when it comes to child health, food insecurity, and family planning.