"The present Program of activities is informed by the AMARC Africa Strategic Plan of Action adopted in 2009 for the 2011 to 2014 period. Its strategic objective is to empower poor communities thro
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ugh implementation of their right to access to communication and exercise their freedom of expression in order to promote social justice, sustainable, democratic and participatory human development. OBJECTIVE 1: Advocacy and research to promote and defend policy, legal anregulatory frameworks that enable community media to operate. OBJECTIVE 2: Knowledge sharing and capacity building for community media sustainability. OBJECTIVE 3: Contents and social action campaigns to reinforce the social, developmental and humanitarian impact of community media. OBJECTIVE 4: Gender equality and women’s rights. OBJECTIVE 5: Institutional and network development." (Executive summary, pages 3-4)
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"The summary of findings for this study is drawn from extensive research conducted in the form of questionnaires and focus groups. The aim of the study was to assess the level at which community radio stations in Africa are involved in programming
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of content on sustainable development themes/ topics. Investigations conducted through the study indicate that in general, community radio stations are still struggling with producing content on sustainable development. One of the reasons is the lack of understanding and distinction of what sustainable content is especially in the specific context of the different communities. Findings however also indicate that despite challenges faced by the sector, community radio stations are making some efforts to produce programmes on sustainable content although they are also faced with challenges on identifying and working with relevant stakeholders for content development. This report makes specific recommendation on how community radio stations can improve on sustainable programming." (Executive summary of findings, page 5-6)
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"Instead of telling you what to do at your station, this handbook will give you guidelines about the things you should be thinking of and at what stage of the setting up or operation of the station." (Introduction)
"This resource guide briefly outlines what it takes to set up a community radio station. Firstly, it gives an overview of the African community radio environment, followed by a definition of community radio. The basic steps towards establishing a community radio station are presented, ie, developing
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a mission statement, clearly defining an organisational structure, and providing training in technical and programming skills. To keep a realistic view on the challenges of community radio stations, it can be useful to read the chapter on "problems you should expect to encounter", listing difficulties such as ensuring and sustaining participation, maintaining volunteer involvement, balancing fundraising activities, etc. The appendices provide further readings, an introduction to AMARC and contact addresses to possible funders and training centres. The publication does not give extensive instructions, but can be suitable for those seeking to gain a first and general insight into setting up community radio stations in an African context." (commbox)
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"Este guia descreve o papel das estações de rádio comunitária na construção participativa da democracia e do desenvolvimento em África — e oferece ideias práticas de como tais estações podem ser estabelecidas. Fornece uma compreensão d
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a popularidade renovada da rádio comunitária, bem como ainda as razões pela qual é controversa, e talvez perturbadora, do ponto de vista dos radiodifusores comerciais e públicos. É preciso Iembrar que as definições e os exemplos referidos neste guia são dinámicos e que o conceito de 'rádio comunitária‘ devia ser revisto ou redefinido consoante as condições sociais existentes. Espera-se que este guia possa fornecer informação relevante para aqueles que gostariam de iniciar uma estação de rádio comunitária numa comunidade em particular, fazer lobby por uma Iegislação que permita o desenvolvimento da rádio comunitária no seu país, ou reforçar o desenvolvimento duma estação de rádio comunitária já existente. No entanto, esta pubIicação não é um manual para formação. Os assuntos mencionados necessitam de revisão de modo a responder aos desafios do dia à dia e aos problemas que as estações de rádio comunitária enfrentam." (Preâmbulo)
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