Our Programmes
At Citizen Child, our programmes are designed to equip children and young people with the skills, confidence, platforms, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential and become active, responsible citizens in their communities. Every programme we deliver is guided by our core values of child participation, transparency, inclusivity, empowerment, and civic responsibility.
From practical media training and youth-centred media production to community documentation, philanthropic support, and effective child participation initiatives, our programmes are making a real and lasting difference in the lives of children and young people across Zimbabwe.
Media Training
Citizen Child provides practical and hands-on media training programmes for children and young people to help them develop communication, storytelling, and digital skills that empower them to express themselves confidently and responsibly. Our media training programmes cover:
- Journalism and Reporting
- Radio and Podcast Production
- Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
- Photography and Videography
- Social Media Content Creation
- Digital Literacy and Online Safety
Our goal is to give every young person who participates in our training the practical tools and confidence they need to share their stories, advocate for their communities, and make a positive impact in the world around them.
Media Production
Citizen Child develops and produces child-friendly and youth-centred media content that informs, educates, and inspires communities across Zimbabwe. We use media production as a powerful vehicle to raise awareness on issues affecting children and youth, while also promoting positive role models and success stories. Our media production work includes:
- Radio Programmes
- Podcasts
- Television Features
- Documentaries
- Social Media Campaigns
- Educational Videos and Publications
Through our media production programmes, we give young people a platform to share their voices, tell their stories, and contribute meaningfully to public discourse on issues that matter to them and their communities.
Documentation
Citizen Child documents stories, experiences, and community initiatives that highlight the realities, challenges, and achievements of children and young people across Zimbabwe. Our documentation work serves as a powerful tool for preserving important stories, influencing policy discussions, and showcasing the impact of our programmes and community efforts. Our documentation activities include:
- Case Studies
- Success Stories
- Community Profiles
- Research and Surveys
- Reports on Child Rights and Youth Development
- Monitoring and Evaluation of Programmes
Through our documentation work, we ensure that the voices, experiences, and achievements of children and young people are recorded, shared, and given the recognition they deserve.
Philanthropy
Citizen Child supports vulnerable children and young people through charitable activities and community support initiatives designed to improve their well-being and create opportunities for a brighter future. We believe that no child should be left behind, and our philanthropic programmes reflect our deep commitment to supporting the most vulnerable members of our communities. Our philanthropy activities include:
- Educational Support and Scholarships
- Donation Drives for School Supplies and Clothing
- Health and Wellness Campaigns
- Food Assistance Programmes
- Support for Disadvantaged Families and Communities
- Partnerships With Donors and Well-Wishers
Through our philanthropy programme, we seek to address the immediate needs of vulnerable children while also creating the conditions for long-term growth, opportunity, and well-being.
Effective Child Participation
Citizen Child promotes effective child participation through transparent and inclusive systems that allow children and youth to actively contribute to programmes and decision-making processes. We believe that when children and young people are empowered to participate meaningfully, they become powerful agents of change in their communities and beyond. Our child participation initiatives include:
- Child Participation in Community and School Projects
- Civic Education for Children and Young People
- Election of Child Representatives
- Youth Leadership Development
- Advocacy for Child Rights and Social Justice
Our child participation programmes are designed to build confident, informed, and engaged young citizens who understand their rights, embrace their responsibilities, and are equipped to contribute positively to the development of their communities and nation.
Schools Programme – Get Your School Involved
Schools can become part of the Citizen Child youth media project by inviting the Citizen Child team to work with their media clubs and learners. Through interactive training sessions, learners are empowered with practical skills to use social media for development, education, and positive community impact.
Training topics include digital empowerment, leadership, sexual reproductive health, social media management, content creation, online safety, storytelling, photography, citizen journalism, photo journalism, videography, podcasting, and many other media-related skills. This initiative helps young people become confident digital creators, responsible online users, and active voices in their communities.
Schools interested in joining the programme can contact Citizen Child on +263 772 906 284 or email info@citizenchild.org.zw.