Reports

A cross-section of activity reporting

In this section we feature various reports covering a range of media and community activities carried out over the years. Feel free to browse through them below.

Nigerian Community Police Dialogue -Nov. 2023

The Nigerian Community Police Dialogue held on Friday, 3 November 2023 at Kazerne Reigersbos was the second of its kind, following an initial meeting in April 2023. Organized to foster dialogue between the Nigerian community and the Amsterdam police, the event addressed critical issues around undocumented migrants and the challenges facing Nigerian entrepreneurs in Amsterdam Southeast.

Key Highlights

  • Attendance: 50–60 participants, including Nigerian community leaders from various ethnic groups and three police representatives (Fatima Tougha, Marten Bouma, Gregory van Geene). Notably absent were representatives from the municipality, especially Chairlady Tanja Jadnanansing.
  • Theme:
    • Issues affecting undocumented migrants, including the lack of general amnesty and harsh subletting evictions.
    • Closures of Nigerian-owned businesses (EetCafe and Unic Multiservices), with concerns over fairness and lack of municipal support.
  • Community Frustrations:
    • Absence of Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND) left key immigration questions unanswered.
    • No municipal representative to address business closure grievances.
    • Perceived lack of preparation and accountability from police and municipal authorities.

Outcomes & Recommendations

  • The event revealed a growing community expectation for more responsive and inclusive engagement.
  • Future dialogues must include IND representatives and municipal officials to address immigration and business concerns effectively.
  • Improved communication and delivery on commitments are crucial to maintaining trust and participation.
Contact: media@radiovoiceofnaija.org Want to read more? Full report available here

Importance of Parent-Teacher Relations in Children’s Education

This report is based on a radio broadcast hosted by Rev. Helen I. Dorkenoo on 23 July 2012 at RTV RAZO in Amsterdam Southeast. The broadcast explored how multicultural dynamics in Dutch society affect parent-teacher relations, especially among migrant families.

Panelists

  • Ms. Panshensi – Artist and parent
  • Mr. Odame – Retired teacher and parent
  • Ms. Mavis Manu – Teacher and parent
  • Ms. Sarah Larbi – Child-parent worker

Key Highlights

  • Teachers significantly influence children's development, but parental support accounts for up to 57% of a child’s growth.
  • Parental involvement is valuable but doesn’t always directly translate into higher academic performance.
  • Barriers such as language difficulties, cultural unfamiliarity, and lack of time hinder migrant parents’ participation.
  • Engaging parents through churches and social groups can improve involvement.
  • Parents should attend open days, communicate regularly with teachers, and make use of support systems like the "Ouder Contact" point.

Recommendations

  • Create inclusive communication channels in languages parents understand.
  • Encourage informal and flexible parent-teacher engagement.
  • Provide accessible platforms for parental feedback and involvement.

The discussion concluded that building stronger, culturally sensitive parent-teacher partnerships is essential for the holistic development of children in a diverse society.

Contact: media@radiovoiceofnaija.org Want to read more? Full report available here

Project: Promoting Community Health, Wellness & Social Cohesion via Media and Grassroot Efforts

The 2015 Radio Naija Community Project aimed to engage and empower the Nigerian and broader African communities in Amsterdam Southeast through a grassroots media platform. Utilizing Radio Naija via Salto public access radio, the project fostered dialogue, information sharing, and cultural expression.

Over the course of the initiative, it delivered community-focused radio programs, organized training workshops for volunteers in broadcasting and journalism, and facilitated stronger networks among African residents, local organizations, and service providers.

Key achievements include:
  • The successful production of 12 live community radio broadcasts
  • The training of 15 community members in media production
  • The creation of a supportive platform for voicing local concerns

The project highlighted the role of community radio in promoting social inclusion, cultural identity, and civic participation. Despite facing technical and logistical challenges, the project met its primary objectives and laid the groundwork for continued community media engagement.

Contact: media@radiovoiceofnaija.org Want to read more? Full report available here

Browse more reports here

Report of media and community activities from over the years, up until now.