Catholic Radio Network or CRN wins a peace price from PAX CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL, officially announced on its website.
PAX CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL commented that CRN provides valuable public education about the Comprehensive Peace Agreement and democratic processes.
It describes the programs as critical for the world’s newest country., with a reach of more than 7 million people across the region.
“We are pleased to announce that the Catholic Radio Network or CRN of South Sudan and the Nuba mountains is the recipient of the 2021 Pax Christi International Peace Award”, said PAX CHRISTI INTERNATIONAL .
CRN connects community-based radio stations to share trustworthy news and promote civic engagement.
“It provides an important platform for constructive dialogue, offers reliable information, and gives special attention to marginalised groups including women, children, and those who cannot read or write, it added.
The initiative for the Ctholic Radio network came from the Comboni religious family and was implemented through cooperation with all dioceses of South Sudan and one from its northern neighbour, Sudan.
CRN director Mary Ajith, says the award will encourage the staff to double their efforts.
“The award will encourage the staff to double their efforts in delivering more services to our people, we dedicate this award to the radio listeners, the well-wishers, donors, partners and all the supporters of CRN in South Sudan and globally”, said Mary.
The Catholic Radio Network reaches out to the people of South Sudan with programming that promotes reconciliation and the healing of trauma.