In recent years, poverty has become a pressing issue in many communities, including Dokolo.
Despite efforts from the government and NGOs, poverty still remains a major concern for many residents in this region.
In light of this, the Dokolo Journalist Development Association has taken a bold step towards poverty eradication by launching an advocacy program.
This program has not only caught the attention of the local community, but also that of an MP aspirant, Ogwal Joseph Jones.
At a recent gathering with the association, Ogwal Jones commended the journalists for their efforts in advocating for poverty eradication in Dokolo.
He urged them to continue using their professional skills and platforms to champion wealth creation in their community.
”As the key communicators of information, journalists have a crucial role to play in raising awareness and inspiring action towards social and economic development” he said.
Moreover, Ogwal emphasized on the importance of benchmarking with other regions to allow Dokolo journalists to gain valuable insights and ideas on how to effectively tackle poverty in their community.
By learning from other successful poverty eradication initiatives, Dokolo journalists can come up with innovative and sustainable strategies to uplift the lives of their fellow citizens.
The MP aspirant also praised the Dokolo Journalist Development Association for their dedication and commitment to transforming the community.
He promised to support the association’s endeavors by providing them with a poultry project and jerseys for sports activities.
In response, the association, led by Stephen Opio Ongora, expressed their gratitude for Ogwal’s support.
They also urged him to continue to remember the association if elected as the Member of Parliament for Dokolo North county in the upcoming election.
Founded in 2020 with 28 members, the Dokolo Journalist Development Association has made significant strides in advocating for social and economic transformation in both their profession and the larger community.
This partnership between journalists and leaders is a crucial step towards achieving a poverty-free Dokolo.
