Thousands of young people and families gathered for Count it Right, a vibrant Christian festival in Egypt, while over a million viewers watched the event live across SAT-7’s platforms.

Conflict in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has forced millions of children out of school. As International Literacy Day approaches (8 September), we explore how local churches and SAT-7’s educational programs are helping children to continue learning in the most difficult circumstances.

Learning about the character of God and discussing how to live for Him is a fun-filled experience for young SAT-7 KIDS viewers. Live children’s show Behind the Door is using games, music, and quizzes to engage children with God’s Word and inspire them to follow Jesus.

Raising children is one of the greatest challenges in life, especially for Christian families in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) who have limited access to biblical resources. The numbers seeking support from SAT-7 highlight the need for culturally sensitive and biblically based parenting advice, as well as a sympathetic ear when dealing with difficult situations.

Nearly three years after the Taliban retook control of Afghanistan, the children of the troubled nation are embroiled in an education crisis. In response, SAT-7’s Persian channel is making a Dari-language educational TV program to help Afghan children learn to read and write, giving them “hope for the future”.

With its handmade children’s program, Sweet Anecdotes, SAT-7’s Persian channel is going small. The makers are taking a traditional approach to animation – filming little paper characters in a miniature set – and using it to share the Gospel with young viewers in Iran, Afghanistan, and Tajikistan.

When SAT-7 launched its Gender Equality and Freedom of Religion or Belief (GE & FoRB) project two years ago, it hoped that a few hundred Arab women would engage with its activities. But a recent evaluation has highlighted much greater demand for the on and off-screen support the project is offering.