However, they are spoken about rather than spoken to, leaving the stories that directly impact their lives unheard. The Citizen missed an opportunity[1] to access children in a story that involves an issue that may affect their livelihoods. This well help raise awareness on the children’s best interests. According to UNICEF’s guidelines for journalists reporting on children, media should respect and promote a child’s right to participation by including their voices in matters that directly affect them. 4[2] specifically encourages journalists to consider children’s views in line with their age and maturity.