Center for Communication Programs Nigeria
| Abbreviation | CCPN |
|---|---|
| Type | Non-Profit |
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| Affiliations | Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs |
| Website | http://ccpnigeria.org/ |
The Centre for Communication Programs Nigeria (CCPN) is a registered Nigerian organization specializing in the development and implementation of strategic health communication projects and programs. CCPN focuses on the central role of communication to impact health behavior, providing leadership and technical guidance in the field of strategic health communication. Supported by the Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs (JHUCCP) in Baltimore, CCPN was created as an innovative means to ensure the availability of high quality communication expertise in Nigeria and to support health and development programming. With an office in Abuja, CCPN has robust institutional capacity and human resources to effectively improve public health in Nigeria. CCPN is strategically positioned in Nigeria to implement strategic communication programs with the government of Nigeria, international donors, funders and non-governmental organizations focusing on the central role of communication in health behavior change in relevant health areas.
CCPN’s core values:
1. Integrity - Disciplined, Accountable, Transparent, Honesty, Reliable.
2. Passion - Teamwork, Goal-driven, With Purpose.
3. Excellence - Highest- Quality, Professional, Collaborative.
4. Innovation - Creative, Always learning, Versatile, Cutting edge.
5. Caring - Respect, Support.
Since November 2008, CCPN has facilitated an annual Leadership in Strategic Health Communication (LSHC) training, bringing together participants from Nigeria and other countries with international and Nigerian health communication experts. This annual workshop is a cornerstone in CCPN's capacity building mission. More about LSHC can be viewed on the LSHC webpage
Nollywood Initiative for Enter-Educate Newman Street TV Series
Seeking opportunities to engage the vibrant Nigerian film industry, with support from JHUCCP, CCPN is taking the lead and coordinating Enter-Educate (EE) work with Nollywood. It is expected that this partnership will leave a lasting legacy in the EE industry in Nigeria and improve the quality of EE programming in Nigeria. ' Newman Street', an innovative TV Drama, set to tantalize and entertain the audience, creatively scripted and acted to address key health concerns facing all Nigerians, like malaria and family planning, features well-known and aspiring artists. The characters are captivating and their stories are powerful. Season one of Newman Street is made possible with additional support from UKaid, UNFPA and USAID/PMI. Visit the Newman Street Website
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