🌍 Welcome to SPAN Digital Lab
What is SPAN?
The Student Press Association Network (SPAN) is the Mtoto News Media Lab that creates a movement of young storytellers and prepares future journalists with current and future digital skills. SPAN provides training, mentorship by experienced journalists, resources, and a platform for students to explore and express themselves in media and journalism.
Our Objectives
- Build the capacity of children to tell their own stories
- Provide a safe platform where children can share their content
- Create a community where children learn from each other and develop solutions
- Provide training, mentorship, and resources to journalism clubs
- Offer equipment including computers and smartphones for photography and videography
What You Get in SPAN
Expert guidance from experienced journalists
Publish your stories to a wider audience
Connect with student journalists nationally
Access to computers and media equipment
About Mtoto News International
Who We Are: Mtoto News International is a media organization dedicated to empowering young voices and building the next generation of storytellers and digital citizens.
What We Do: We create educational programs, training, and platforms that teach children media literacy, digital skills, and journalism in an engaging, age-appropriate way.
Why We Do It: We believe every child deserves the skills to navigate the digital world safely, think critically, and tell their own stories.
How We Do It: Through interactive learning, hands-on activities, mentorship, and a supportive community of young journalists and content creators.
Fake News Detective
Misinformation & Disinformation
Digital Safety Hero
Online Safety & Rights Online
Media Maker
Journalism, Photography & Storytelling
Communication Champion
Communication Skills & Presentation
Digital Wellness Warrior
Digital Health & Mental Wellbeing
Money Master
Financial Literacy & Money Skills
Innovation Creator
Design Thinking & Problem Solving