A special TV station run by people with learning disabilities
October 21, 2024
TV BRA is a new kind of TV station in Norway. It’s special because people with learning disabilities make the shows. The name “BRA” means “good” in Norwegian.
Every week, TV BRA makes a one-hour show. The show has news, fun stories, and sports. They talk slowly and use simple words to help everyone understand. Many people watch the show each week.
Ten reporters with learning disabilities work for TV BRA. They live in different parts of Norway and report local news. They learn how to be good reporters while doing their job. The boss, Camilla, helps them learn and do their best work.
TV BRA is important because it helps people with learning disabilities understand what’s happening in the world. It also shows everyone that people with learning disabilities can do important jobs like being reporters. The reporters talk about things that matter to people with disabilities, like jobs and housing.
Many people love TV BRA. Some viewers say it’s easier to understand than other news shows. Politicians know about TV BRA and think it’s important too. They sometimes come to the TV station to answer questions.
TV BRA is helping to make the world better for people with learning disabilities. It gives them a voice and helps everyone learn more about each other. Other countries are starting to make shows like TV BRA too.
Read the full article here TV BRA: Inside the world’s first TV station for and by people with learning disabilities – BBC News (ampproject.org)
(Images taken from the BBC article).
