In October 2009 the BBC World Service Trust marks its 10th anniversary.
Through the year we will feature stories, photo galleries, videos and audio that highlight the continued impact of the Trust’s crucial development work around the world.
Over the past decade, we have provided advice to mothers on their families’ health, helped citizens understand their rights in elections, we have rebuilt radio and TV stations destroyed by conflict, and been on the spot in the aftermath of disasters to provide radio lifeline services to those still reeling from the impact.
We have used drama series, youth phone-ins, documentaries, adverts, TV and radio debates. We have helped support traditional media in the form of books and print journalism training, and harnessed new media channels such as interactive websites and mobile phones.
Our approach is simple: assess local needs, produce programmes, materials or support in response, and work with local partners to build skills and services that will be sustainable long-term.
For those of you who have already supported us, thank you. And for those of you who are new to our work we hope that these stories and images may inspire you to support us across the next decade.
