AFHEG Foundation wins Media Innovation Award
The AFHEG Foundation wins Media Innovation Award 2024 at the MCI Alumni Media Awards 2024, organized by the Media Challenge Initiative (MCI). This prestigious recognition celebrates our groundbreaking efforts in advancing health literacy through creative storytelling and gamified learning.
The Media Innovation Award highlights the innovation behind our interactive learning tools, including the Superbugs Clash board game, which educates young people about antimicrobial resistance (AMR), and other creative health communication projects. Our approach empowers youth to become health advocates in their communities, fostering a ripple effect of knowledge and positive behavior change.
Speaking on the achievement, Phillip Andrew Mwebaza, CEO and Founder of AFHEG Foundation, expressed gratitude to MCI and the entire AFHEG community:
“This recognition is a testament to the power of innovation, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to advancing health literacy. It inspires us to continue creating impactful solutions that empower young people to make informed health decisions.”
We are humbled to receive the Best Media Innovation 2024 award at the #MediaAwardsUG.
Special thanks to our CEO, @phillipmwebaza, for championing the vision and @IMChallengeug plus the community for recognizing our efforts in advancing health literacy through innovation. #AFHEG https://t.co/BovxSaWOlp pic.twitter.com/QQsHji6tAF
— African Health Grid Foundation (@AFHEGFoundation) December 16, 2024
— Media Challenge Initiative (@IMChallengeug) December 15, 2024
We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Media Challenge Initiative for acknowledging our work and to every young innovator, partner, and supporter who has been part of our journey. This milestone fuels our mission to build a health-literate community where young people are at the forefront of creating sustainable solutions for better health outcomes.
As we celebrate this achievement, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of health communication, harnessing the power of art, media, and technology to transform lives.
At AFHEG, we believe that knowledge is power, but only when it is accessible, engaging, and actionable. Our gamified learning models, combined with storytelling and youth leadership, create an immersive approach to health education. By empowering young people with the tools to learn, create, and advocate, we are building the next generation of health communication leaders in Uganda and beyond.