Sally Jarju ,the president of the Association of Health Journalists, has stated that training health journalists on nutrition and its related issues is cardinal for them to report on the issues accordingly.
She made the statement while speaking at Association of Health training by the National Nutrition Agency with support from the World Food Programme.
The three day activity which is currently underway in Bwiam aims to bridge the gap by building the capacity of media personnels for the dissemination of nutrition information including fortification.
“We play a critical role in educating the public about crucial health issues, and nutrition is undoubtedly one of the most fundamental aspects of human well-being. This training will equip us with the knowledge and skills to effectively report on a wide range of nutrition-related topics, from malnutrition to healthy diets, thereby contributing to improved public health outcomes.
I encourage you all to give great attention to nutrition reporting. Let us make the most of this training and use the knowledge gained to produce high-quality, impactful health journalism that empowers communities and improves lives..”
She added that NANA has been instrumental in enabling AoHJ to fulfill its mission of promoting accurate health journalism through invaluable assistance in areas such as training, funding, and resource provision.
“We will continue to explore such valuable training opportunities to enhance your professional development. I urge you all to actively participate in these sessions, ask questions, and share your insights. This is a valuable opportunity to enhance your knowledge and skills as a health journalist.”
