This children's radio show is for children, by children and is the result of mass school closures from the ebola crisis. Pikin to Pikin Radio features child-to-child programming that educates and entertains with weekly broadcasts.
In an attempt to contain the ebola virus, schools and other places where the public gathers have been closed in Sierra Leone. This means children have been at home for the past eight months. A partnership between Child to Child and Pear Works Productions enables the Pikin to Pikin radio station to broadcast shows on a weekly basis that are made for kids, by kids. The children's radio project offers content for three age groups: 4 to 6 years, 7 to 12 years and 13 up. The programs will consist of stories, radio drama, poems and music, all to inspire and inform young people.
Kid-Produced Radio Programming
The Children's Radio Shows Entertain During the Ebola Crisis
Trend Themes
1. Child-produced Radio - Empowering children to create their own radio programming opens up opportunities for unique and fresh content that resonates with young listeners.
2. Education Through Entertainment - Using radio as a platform to educate and entertain children presents a disruptive innovation opportunity to enhance learning experiences outside of traditional classroom settings.
3. Community Collaborations - Partnerships between organizations and communities can give rise to collaborative projects like Pikin to Pikin Radio, creating a sense of unity and providing valuable resources to children.
Industry Implications
1. Broadcasting - The broadcasting industry can explore opportunities in supporting and promoting child-produced radio programming, potentially introducing new talent and attracting young listeners.
2. Education - Using radio as a tool for education presents opportunities for innovative teaching methods, especially in remote areas where access to traditional education is limited.
3. Child Entertainment - The child entertainment industry can tap into the demand for engaging and educational content by collaborating with child-produced radio shows and incorporating them into their offerings.