Wetin Naw
Wetin Naw is a youth-focused and youth-led project that will deliver a new youth-focused and youth-led podcast series that addresses important issues that range from young people’s political participation and civic engagement to employment and skills, as well as health and wellbeing.
The project will use media to amplify the voices of young people, taking a new approach that is anchored in digital storytelling. Using a 10-part podcast series, Amplifying Young Voices will explore the issues and highlight the challenges facing young people, while also showcasing the resilience of the Sierra Leonean youths. Through stories, it will show young people are pushing boundaries in leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and arts, among others. The aim is to create a podcast that is rounded–it spotlights entrenched issues while exhibiting success stories that inspire.
Wetin Naw
Drug and substance abuse among young people in Sierra Leone.
In Episode 5 of Wetin Naw, your host Adama Morgan takes us to Bo Kakua, where we delve into the pressing issue of drug and substance abuse among young people in Sierra Leone. In this episode, we hear directly from those who have faced the harsh realities of addiction. Adama engages in candid conversations with young individuals sharing their personal battles with substance abuse and the impact it has had on their lives.
We also sit down with Isata B. Kallon, an activist dedicated to combating substance abuse and providing support for those affected, particularly in Bo District. Join us as we explore the challenges, triumphs, and ongoing efforts to address this critical issue. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe to stay connected with Wetin Naw, the podcast amplifying the voices of Sierra Leone's youth.
