Dandalin Iyali (“Family Forum”) is more than a radio show—it’s a transformative platform for social change, dedicated to raising awareness and enhancing the quality of life in Niger. Over the course of 72 captivating episodes, Dandalin Iyali dives deep into the issues that matter most to Niger’s communities—youth and adolescent nutrition, education, menstrual health and hygiene, early marriage, and gender-based violence. Initiated under the leadership of the Ministry of Communication, Posts, and the Digital Economy, the drama is broadcast on 70 community radio stations nationwide, ensuring it reaches people far and wide. It’s not just on the radio though. The series is also accessible through social media platforms (TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and WhatsApp), fostering direct, real-time engagement with listeners.
To strengthen community involvement, listeners’ clubs have been formed, offering spaces for meaningful discussion and connection. In regions like Zinder, Maradi, and Tahoua, community radio stations host interactive talk shows that invite locals to share their perspectives on the issues explored in the drama. The response has been powerful, with communities eager to take the conversation even further. Many have expressed interest in expanding the project through participatory theater, a format that would bring in people from all walks of life, including children with disabilities. This approach aims to break down barriers, fight stigmatization, and ensure everyone, regardless of their background or challenges, has access to education and a voice in the conversation.
Building global sustainability for today and for tomorrow all begins with the rights of women and girls. The right to education, economic independence, and reproductive autonomy are the building blocks and must-haves for gender equality and a climate-conscious world—issues explored in Dandalin Iyali.
