Assessing the Influence of the Media on the Work of Development Organisations

Abstract

WACSI) was created by the Open Society Initiative for West Africa (OSIWA) to reinforce the institutional and operational capacities of civil society in the region. WACSI also serves as a resource centre for training, research and documentation, experience sharing and political dialogue for CSOs in West Africa.. www.wacsi.org About WACSeriesWACSeries are analytical periodic write-ups on topical themes and issues relevant to West Africa. These write-ups provide experts, researchers and practitioners a space to reflect, analyse and posit views and recommendations on emerging issues and debates. The WACSeries Issue Paper are thought provoking and intellectually engaging write ups that provide critical reflections and analysis of issues relevant to civil society and development in West Africa. Obectives of WACSeries• To raise awareness on key issues in West Africa;• To generate debates and discussions on these issues;• To proffer recommendations on civil society involvement in advocacy;• To provide recommendations to policy makers.