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Resolving Community Problems through Peace Message Radio

Khost, Afghanistan | Sunday, February 15, 2009

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Peace Message Radio roundtable discussion with Khost citizens and officials.

In Khost Province, a new radio program is helping local government respond to the needs and concerns of its citizens. Peace Message Radio broadcasts public roundtable discussions on community issues, such as access to healthcare, on a weekly basis. It provides a rare opportunity for Afghan citizens to communicate with elected officials and publicly hold the government accountable for its policies – and the government is listening.

During one recent broadcast, local leader Rasool Mohammad criticized pharmacies for selling expired drugs to community members, many of whom are illiterate, afraid to complain, or unaware that they may be sold substandard medicine. Less than three weeks later, the provincial Public Health Directorate investigated local pharmacies and seized expired and illegal medications. The message was clear – the Khost provincial government is responsive to the needs of its constituents – and Peace Message Radio has opened the lines of communication between citizens and government.

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