Ageng'o urges media to amplify children's voices, advance their rights
Principal Secretary Carren Ageng'o has called on the media to adopt ethical and child-sensitive reporting standards to better protect children's rights. The initiative aims to move beyond incident-based reporting toward solutions-oriented journalism.
Why it matters
Promoting responsible media coverage is vital for protecting vulnerable populations and influencing public policy regarding child welfare.
Principal Secretary for Children Services Carren Ageng’o is challenging journalists and digital content creators to adopt responsible, child-sensitive reporting as part of efforts to strengthen child protection and advance children’s rights.
Ageng’o highlighted the media’s crucial role in shaping public understanding, influencing social norms, exposing child protection issues, and holding duty bearers accountable.
She advocated for ethical, evidence-informed, and solutions-oriented reporting that safeguards children’s dignity, privacy, and best interests.
“Every story matters. Every child counts. Every voice protects,” she said
Speaking in Nairobi during the launch of the 2026 Child Rights and Protection Media Awards (CRAPMA), the PS urged the media to look beyond individual incidents and use journalism to promote prevention and practical solutions to child protection challenges.
Ageng’o stressed that the scale of child protection concerns necessitates sustained attention from journalists, media houses, and digital platforms.
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