ANNUAL REPORT 2017 18 TOP 10 PROGRAMS SAT-7 ARABIC WOMEN’S ISSUES ON THE FOREFRONT As one of SAT-7 ARABIC’s long standing women’s programs, Needle and New Thread, continued to push the envelope throughout the year by addressing the most current events and issues. In response to attacks early 2017, Needle and New Thread produced special content to help viewers affected by terrorism in Egypt. In one episode, the program hosted Nelly Yousef, who lost her mother and sister in a church bombing. The presenters focused on trauma and how to help loved ones who are grieving. ADDRESSING A FUNDAMENTAL QUESTION In March, SAT-7 ARABIC began to broadcast a thought-provoking new program, inspired by a question asked by many people at some point in their lives. Is it Important to be Christian? tackles questions from viewers and provides answers about the principles of the Christian faith. The show’s Presenter, Father Ramzi Jreij helps viewers work through uncertainties and questions that may effect their lifestyle choices. “Jesus’ existence on Earth provides us with truth that never becomes old news. We can always learn something new,” shared Father Ramzi. SAT-7 PARS CELEBRATING WITH INSPIRING CHILDREN The interactive live program, A Girl’s World, has proved to be extremely popular with viewers. The show is focused on young Persian-speaking girls aged 8-15, discussing relevant issues which are rarely spoken about in Middle Eastern culture. Many girls from Iran and Afghanistan contacted the show to express their support and love for the program. Presenter, Parastoo Poortaheri, is a positive role model for girls who may have few or no other Christian influences in their lives. A Girl’s World celebrated its first anniversary in December 2017 and is now in its second season. FIRST LIVE YOUTH SHOW Young adults make up 60 percent of the population in Persian-speaking countries. There is a desperate need for relevant programming for this age group. In October, SAT-7 PARS began broadcasting its first live show produced for youth, 4:12. The program aims to make Christian culture visible and accessible to young people who may not otherwise encounter it. The presenters are two young Iranian Christians who can relate to the issues of young viewers, while demonstrating that it is possible to live a fun, full life and follow God. The show’s name refers to Timothy 4:12: “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity.”