In continuation with our work on building capacity of NGOs in communication skills, a two days training programme on ‘Working with newspaper for building awareness and advocacy’ (Kannada) is scheduled from 11-12 January 2012 at Bangalore.

Media plays an important role in creating awareness and building advocacy. It is essential for development organizations to understand the issues related to the working of the media. This will help you to interact with media representatives to advocate your issue through the newspapers and build public opinion on the issue.

The training will cover:

• How to approach local, regional and national press
• What makes a story in your issue
• Organising a press conference
• Writing a press release

The training uses a range of methods including presentation, group discussion, and practical exercises. All sessions will be conducted in Kannada.

The registration fee for the programme is Rs. 2500 / participant.  This amount includes costs towards course material, readings, assignments, lunch and refreshments during the training.

Please confirm your nominations by returning the enclosed registration form duly filled along with a DD/Cheque  for Rs.2500/-drawn in favor of Communication for Development and Learning payable at Bangalore before 30.12.11 Please post it to the address mentioned below.

Please feel free to contact me on 99020 72155 or cdlproject15@gmail.com in case if you have any queries.

Thanking you

With regards

Kiruthiga

Postal address:

Communication for Development and Learning

11/A, 7^th Cross, 17^th Main

Koramangala 6^th Block

Bangalore –560 095

Ph: 080 -25503481, 41478470