Projects

A Dade Ana Yi

2016-2017

Radio Show

Nigeria

PMC produced A Dade Ana Yi (“Truth Always Prevails”) in Nigeria. This 104-episode Hausa language…

Agashi

Burundi

Agashi Series

2014-2016

Radio Show

Burundi

Millions of Burundians enjoy the Agashi (“Hey! Look Again!”) series, which began empowering Burundians in…

Akakunizo

2019-2021

Radio Show

Uganda

Developed as part of the RISE consortium, PMC aimed to increase the use of modern…

Ashreat Al Amal

2004-2006

Radio Show

Sudan

Improved the status of women and increased understanding and communication about HIV/AIDS.

Azurit

2012

Ethiopia

In February 2012, PMC published Azurit (“Whirlwind”) with real-life stories about alcohol and substance abuse.…

Barnusietehdeh!

18 months

Radio Show

Liberia

A radio serial drama implemented in Liberia in March of 2023 to address gender equality,…

Breakaway

Video Game

Global

Piloted in Guatemala, BREAKAWAY has been played in 150+ countries.

Cesiri Tono

2004-2005

Radio Show

Burkina Faso Côte D’Ivoire Mali

PMC received the Changemakers Innovation Award for Cesiri Tono, designed to prevent human trafficking

Coñal Keele

Radio Show

Senegal

Coñal Keele changed attitudes and behaviors around sexual relationships and HIV/AIDS.

Crossing The Line

Podcast

United States

Crossing the Line, a 10-episode docu-style podcast, follows the incredible journeys of women, non-binary people,…

Dhimbiba

2002-2004

Radio Show

Ethiopia

A hit show that generated 15,000 letters from listeners, 70 news articles, and 30 discussion…

Dunga

2021

Radio Show

Uganda

The International Rescue Committee cast PMC to create play-based, social-emotional learning content for refugee children…

East Los High

2013-2016

Television Show

United States

One of the top five shows on hulu.com during its first season and six-time Emmy…

Echoes of Change

2011-2013

Radio Show

Papua New Guinea

Echos of Change was co-created with the United Nations as part of the Millennium Development…

Elembo

2015-2016

Radio Show

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Elembo addressed reproductive health and education, two key drivers of population growth.

Fenote

2010-2011

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Fenote (“The Right Road”) was a radio talkshow that was part of the Whole Society…

Gobe da Haske

2006-2007

Radio Show

Niger

The story of a real-life Takirki demonstrates the power of Gobe da Haske.

Gugar Goge

2006-2007

Radio Show

Nigeria

Empowered fistular patients to seek immediate care. Clinics reported 45% of new patients were listeners.

Hannunka Mai Sanda

2013-2014

Radio Show

Nigeria

Qualitative results from Hannunka Mai Sanda showed behavioral change regarding girls’ education and early marriage.

HƐrƐ S’ra

2012-2014

Radio Show

Burkina Faso

Hεrε S’raincreased demand for local health clinics and encouraged more listeners to prioritize their health.

Hilkor

2016-2017

Radio Show

Nepal

Hilkor is used in curriculum at the Janaki Women Awareness Society, a life skills school…

Impano n’Impamba

2014-2015

Radio Show

Rwanda

More than half a million Rwandans were loyal listeners, only costing $1.80 US to reach…

Isbadalka Maalmaha

Kenya

Produced as part of the UNFPA/UNICEF’s Joint Programme on the Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation.

Jangala

2016-2017

Radio Show

Nigeria

Jangala engaged 1,250 daily listeners with interactive quizzes and reached a total audience of 1,133,227.

Jigi ma Tignè

2009

Radio Show

Mali

Jigi ma Tignè was a multi-issue show addressing disability rights, family planning, HIV/AIDs, and FGM.

Jolokoto

2019-2020

Radio Show

Nigeria

Combining behavior change theory and relatable character-driven storylines, Jolokoto (“The Mirror of Life”) reached hundreds…

Kinfam Hilmoch

2004

Ethiopia

In 2004, PMC published a second volume of short stories, Kinfam Hilmoch (“Winged Dreams”), after…

Kpala Nafie

2012

Radio Show

Sierra Leone

Kpala Nafie addressed the management of agricultural centers and encouraged ecological farming practices.

Kumbra Bot

2012-2013

Radio Show

Sierra Leone

Kumbra Bot spurred conversation within families and communities on important social and health issues.

Kwishilya

2019-2020

Radio Show

Zambia

At scale and by popular demand, Kwishilya (“Over the Horizon”) provides more people more power…

Macce Ta Giri

2022-2023

Radio Show

PMC collaborated with OASIS and the Centre for Girls Education to promote girls’ education centers.

Mai Sari Sunakhari

2016-2018

Radio Show

Nepal

Mai Sari Sunakhari helped to ensure that girls get to be girls instead of child…

Maisha Pakacha

2020-2021

Kenya

Produced as part of the UNFPA/UNICEF’s Joint Programme on the Elimination of Female Genital Mutilation.

Maleda

2005-2006

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Audiocassettes distributed to spread awareness about HIV/AIDS for long-distance truck drivers and sex workers

Menta Menged

2005-2007

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Inspired the creation of booklets to target youth with information about sexual & reproductive health.

Mieraf

2010-2011

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Mieraf illuminated the efforts of health workers to increase understanding and delivery of health services

Mulu Sew

2010

Ethiopia

In 2010, PMC published Mulu Sew (“The Complete Personality”). The stories in this volume showed…

Nau Em Taim

2011-2013

Radio Show

Papua New Guinea

Nau Em Taim was co-created with the United Nations as part of the Millennium Development…

Nekakat

2020-2022

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Acting together, the Ethiopian Government and United Nations Fund set life-changing objectives for Ethiopians. One…

Ngelawu Nawet

2008-2009

Radio Show

Senegal

Ngelawu Nawet focused on social behavior change interventions for sexual and reproductive health.

Outta Road

2007-2008

Radio Show

Jamaica

Outta Road paired with at-home reading materials and school lessons to target adolescent behavior change.

Pambazuko

2016-2017

Radio Show

Democratic Republic of the Congo

Characters and plotlines from Pambazuko inspired hundreds of thousands of Congolese listeners.

Rope Guna Fal

2021-2022

Radio Show

Nepal

PMC developed Rope Guna Fal with UNICEF, The Kendeda Fund, and the Antenna Foundation Nepal.

Ruwan Dare

2007-2009

Radio Show

Nigeria

PMC’s survey indicated that this program reached more than 12 million people.

Sa Pagiskat Ng Araw

2005

Radio Show

Philippines

The show’s main storyline addressed domestic violence due to its high resonance with the local…

Saliwansai

2012-2014

Radio Show

Sierra Leone

Saliwansai de-stigmatized family planning, the use of contraceptives, and changed perceptions of HIV/AIDS.

Sibrat

2007-2010

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Sibrat empowered social norm changes around FMG and gender-based violence in communities.

Siñalamba

2019-2020

Radio Show

Zambia

Siñalamba Encouraged behavior change around crucial health and social issues in Zambia

Sotakai

2019-2021

Radio Show

Uganda

Developed as part of the RISE consortium to address family planning and maternal and child…

Tafigawalo

2013-2014

Radio Show

Nigeria

Tafigawalo originally broadcasted in three Nigeria states but expanded to seven more due to wide…

The State of: women

United States

The State of: Women explores how some of the 50 U.S. states champion women’s rights.

Toma Mi Mano

2018-2019

Radio Show

Guatemala

Toma Mi Mano also aired in Mexico in 2021.

Último Año

2012-2013

Television Show

Mexico

Último Año also aired in Guatemala, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and several other Latin American Countries.

Umurage Series

2017-2018

Radio Show

Rwanda

Due to popular demand, four seasons of Umurage have aired across Rwanda addressing several social…

Vencer El Miedo

2020

Television Show

Mexico

Vencer el Miedo also aired in the United States on Univision.

Vivra Verra

2014-2016

Radio Show

Democratic Republic of the Congo

PMC produced Vivra Verra (“Time Will Tell”) in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This…

Wurse

2009

Ethiopia

In 2009, PMC published Wurse (“Inheritance”), consisting of 11 non-fiction stories on harmful traditional practices…

Yalaleke Guzo

2020-2022

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Yalaleke Guzo (“Unfinished Journey”) is an Ethiopia-based talk show produced by PMC. The talk show…

Yaltenabebu Libotch

2009

Ethiopia

In 2009, PMC published Yaltenabebu Libotch (“Incongruous Hearts”), focusing on social and economic problems affecting…

Yam Yankré

2012-2014

Radio Show

Burkina Faso

Yam Yankré addressed reproductive health and post-natal care. Due to popularity, it aired again in…

Yebirhan Atsnafat

2013-2016

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Yebirhan Atsnafat addressed family planning and reproductive health, hygiene and sanitation, and gender equality.

Yeken Kignit

2002-2004

Radio Show

Ethiopia

PMC’s first-ever radio show addressing the rights of women and girls.

Yemaleda Shekim

2007

Ethiopia

In 2007, PMC published Yemaleda Shekim (“Burden at a Tender Age”) consisting of 13 short…

Yenealem

2012

Ethiopia

In February 2012, PMC published the book Yenealem (“My World”) with real-life stories about violence…

Yeregebu Feteloch

2012-2013

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Yeregebu Feteloch was part of the Whole Society Strategy to address alcohol, substance abuse, and…

Yesak Jember

2003-2004

Radio Show

Ethiopia

Yesak Jember (“Laughter at Dusk”) was a stage play that premiered on September 29, 2003…

Zaren Ketegubet

2008

Ethiopia

In 2008, PMC published Zaren Ketegubet (“If You Become Diligent Today”). A collection of essays,…

Zoukoutap

Haiti

Zoukoutap Series

2013-2020

Radio Show

Haiti

Zoukoutap (“To Limp”) has flipped the script on social issues, like child slavery and family…

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