The Language Factor – Lessons from the DRC
This resource provides lessons from previous Ebola outbreaks in the DRC on adapting to the language needs of communities and centers language as a key trust builder between communities and public health experts.



This radio spot addresses the topic: “Why avoid direct contact during an Ebola outbreak?”, and is produced in 5 languages (French, Swahili, Kikongo, Lingala and Tshiluba).
This radio spot addresses the topic: “Can a woman cured of Ebola still breastfeed her children?”, and is produced in 6 languages (French, Swahili, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba and Kinande).
This radio spot addresses the topic: “How are carriers involved in Ebola prevention?”, and is produced in 6 languages (French, Swahili, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba and Kinande).
This radio spot addresses the topic: “Can an Ebola patient be cured?”, and is produced in 6 languages (French, Swahili, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba and Kinande).


This radio spot addresses the topic: “What are the effects of Ebola virus on babies of pregnant women during and after recovery?”, and is produced in 6 languages (French, Swahili, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba and Kinande).