02/08/2026
Yesterday, BethGold Foundation, in partnership with Radio Veritas 102.9FM, hosted another impactful edition of our Disability Radio Talk Show, featuring the Stuttering Advocacy and Support Association (SASA).
We were honored to welcome Mr. Babou Secka (President) and Mr. Musa Kora (Secretary General), who shared heartfelt personal experiences of living with stuttering and the realities many persons who stutter face every day.
During the discussion, our guests spoke openly about the emotional, social, and psychological challenges associated with stutteringβmoments of fear, embarrassment, rejection, and silence that often remain unseen by society. They emphasized that stuttering is not a sign of low intelligence, weakness, or inability, but a communication difference that deserves understanding, respect, and support.
The conversation also highlighted the important work being done by SASA as a registered non-profit organization advocating for the rights, dignity, and equal opportunities of persons who stutter in The Gambia. Through their advocacy, awareness campaigns, peer support initiatives, welfare programs, and psychosocial assistance, SASA is helping many individuals regain confidence, find their voice, and participate fully in society.
One of the strongest messages from the program was the need for families, schools, workplaces, media institutions, and communities to create environments where people who stutter feel safe to speak without fear of ridicule or discrimination. The guests encouraged the public to listen patiently, avoid interrupting, and support children and adults who stutter with empathy and encouragement.
At BethGold Foundation, we believe that every voice matters. True inclusion means ensuring that no one is excluded because of the way they speak. By promoting awareness and challenging harmful stereotypes, we can build a society where communication differences are respected and where persons who stutter are empowered to lead, contribute, and thrive.
We sincerely thank Mr. Babou Secka, Mr. Musa Kora, and the entire Stuttering Advocacy and Support Association (SASA) for sharing their experiences and for the remarkable work they continue to do in advancing inclusion and human dignity.
Let us continue to speak up for inclusion, listen with compassion, and create a society where every voice is heard and valued.