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June 2018 11 items
Youth can change the MENA
Almost half of the population in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) is under 25 years old. Young people face a variety of struggles – including a very high unemployment rate – but there is one issue perhaps more pressing than any other. Rita Elmounayer, SAT-7’s CEO Designate, discusses the greatest challenge facing youth today and how SAT-7 empowers young viewers to change their future.
Bridging the gap between generations
Traditional etiquette in Arab culture deems elders should be given the utmost respect. This mentality often means their opinions cannot be questioned – and it is creating a growing divide between generations.
Giving hope to hopeless youth
Faced with devastating barriers to education, employment, and independence, many Middle Eastern young people desperately need hope. SAT-7’s impactful youth programs are pointing them to Jesus Christ – and the everlasting hope found in Him.
Pointing youth to a purpose-filled life
Nineteen-year-old Joy Basta is a presenter on the SAT-7 KIDS’ program A Riddle and a Story. Being raised a pastor’s son and surrounded by church community did not exempt Joy from negative pressures at school. He shares his experience and gives insight into the struggles of the region’s youth today.
Breaking the sex education taboo
As in many parts of the world, sexual abuse is rife in parts of the Middle East and North Africa. To make this worse, sex education is taboo. Many young people are adrift in a sea of misinformation. The SAT-7 ARABIC program Speak Up is helping parents communicate with their teenage children to better protect them from harm.
Talking youth issues over coffee
Socialising over hot beverages has been an integral part of Middle Eastern culture for centuries, since long before cafés first gained popularity in the Western world. SAT-7 is now showing two new youth programs that follow this tradition.
Survey reveals SAT-7 PARS’ life-changing impact
A recent survey of SAT-7 PARS shows that large numbers of viewers are growing in their personal relationship with God by watching the channel. Almost 25 percent said they had committed to following Jesus, and over 60 percent said that SAT-7 PARS helped them grow their faith.*
SAT-7 offers answers to troubled viewers
Realising the need to present healthy Christian teachings to young believers, SAT-7 ARABIC’s new program QA in Christian Faith answers the questions of troubled young adults in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
SAT-7 KIDS invited to multiple TV awards
SAT-7 KIDS’ program Tomorrow is Better (Chato) participated in the children’s television awards of the PRIX JEUNESSE INTERNATIONAL 2018 festival in Munich, Germany. Due to this recognition, SAT-7 KIDS has been invited to participate in the JAPAN PRIZE 2018 contest.
Bringing light to young hearts and minds
In the Middle East, a child who turns on the television may be exposed to violence, intolerance, or even radicalisation. In contrast, SAT-7’s children’s programs are a haven for young viewers. By teaching positive, Christ-centred values, these shows are helping ensure a better future for the region.
Famous tenor sings for SAT-7 ACADEMY
On Thursday 7 June an exciting musical event is raising awareness of SAT-7 ACADEMY. The talented Norwegian tenor Sveinung Hølmebakk is performing at a free promotional concert in Lebanon to raise awareness of SAT-7 ACADEMY’s work in the Middle East. During his time in Lebanon, Hølmebakk is also visiting the SAT-7-supported CHILD Centre for refugee children.