Innovative Programs

Learning by Playing (Kheldai Sikdai) (2004)

Seto Gurans NCDS initiated a new program to address the ECD issues through a series of educational audio/radio programs. The objective of the program was to provide underserved communities and individuals with readily usable information on topics to support adult learning on early childhood development. It also aimed to provide information, education and communication materials on ECD in socially and culturally appropriate format which was chosen designed and created locally. It supported to increase the knowledge base in areas of good child-rearing and caring practices, health and nutrition and child development. The radio programs were aired through 16 FM stations, and Radio Nepal – the government- owned radio station, and World Space Satellite Radio.