South Sudanese citizens face challenges accessing and identifying high-quality, credible information, particularly on social media. USAID’s Sustainable Independent Media Activity’s Vibrant Information Barometer (VIBE) report found that much of the country has low levels of media literacy and digital literacy, and that journalists need capacity-building to improve the quality of information being published and produced. Access to credible, accurate, and reliable information anywhere in the world requires a government that secures press freedom, uses public revenue to fund quality affordable education, and pays public school teachers on time: https://bit.ly/3yo8gUA USAID South Sudan
AMDISS at quick glance
Association for Media Development In South Sudan (AMDISS) was formed in 2003 before the Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) of 2005.
AMDISS was formed by South Sudanese journalists in
the diaspora who are editors and owners of the leading media outlets for the then Southern Sudan, it started as a network through the internet/emails and it is a membership based organization.
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Today, as you both embark on new journeys, we wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for all that you have contributed.
Your dedication, hard work, & positive attitudes have made a lasting impact on our team & the work we do.
Farewell #Kadimala & #Mule
#Updates
After last week technical training on radio installation, studio management, and equipment maintenance at Akol Yam 91.0 FM in Aweil, we extended the same training to Mayardit FM 90.7 in Turalei.
Our aim is to empower our partner radio stations with technical expertise
South Sudanese citizens face challenges accessing and identifying high-quality, credible information, particularly on social media
By Lasu Joseph /