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A century of information, amusement, and education over radio

The theme for World Radio Day 2024, which is set for February 13, 2024, has been selected by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to honor radio's rich history, continued significance, and bright future.

Now that radio has surpassed a century in existence, it is important to celebrate all of its many benefits and enduring power. Digital platforms, social media, generational and digital divisions, censorship, consolidations, and economic problems pose threats to radio's viewership and income figures.

UNESCO extends an invitation to the global radio industry, in all of its manifestations—commercial, public, and non-profit—to participate in this worldwide commemoration of the medium, particularly at this momentous and crucial juncture in its century-long history.

Looking forward to the next 100 years of radio

The commemoration in 2024 will focus on the development of radio and its significant influence on news, drama, music, and sports. It also acknowledges the continuous usefulness as a transportable public safety net in times of emergency and blackouts brought on by both man-made and natural disasters, including war, storms, earthquakes, floods, heat waves, wildfires, and accidents.

Additionally, Radio Radio's democratic relevance as a grassroots facilitator for community building among marginalized groups—such as immigrant, religious, minority, and impoverished populations—continues.

Participate in World Radio Day

It is recommended that broadcasters incorporate elements of their own culture, aesthetic, and sensibility into their celebrations both before and during the event on February 13. UNESCO encourages radio stations to take the lead in organizing World Radio Day programs, which is a great way for them to network with other broadcasters across the globe.

A list of radio stations worldwide eager to take part in programming agreements with their counterparts in other nations is provided by UNESCO to your station, network, or show. On or before February 13th, you can plan live or pre-recorded interviews and talks with your international broadcasting colleagues to compare the background and current status of radio in each of their nations.

Just sign up to attend the 2024 festivities and complete the

Context

World Radio Day (WRD) was observed on February 13, which was declared an international day by the United Nations General Assembly (A/RES/67/124) in 2012 after being declared by the UNESCO Member States in 2011.

Radio is an effective medium for showcasing human diversity and providing a forum for democratic conversation. Radio continues to be the most extensively used medium worldwide. Radio has the rare capacity to reach the largest audience, which allows it to influence how diversity is experienced in a culture and provide a platform for all views to be heard, represented, and spoken. In addition to reflecting the diversity of viewers in their organizations and operations, radio stations should serve various populations by providing a wide range of programs, opinions, and information.

No matter how educated a person is, radio is an inexpensive medium that is ideal for reaching disadvantaged populations and isolated places. It also gives anyone a chance to voice their opinions in public discourse. It is also essential for disaster assistance and emergency communication.

Radio has a special ability to unite communities and promote constructive discourse that leads to change. Radio services give a variety of opinions and viewpoints that are necessary to solve the issues that we all face since they listen to their listeners and address their requirements.

Advocacy: World Radio Day offers a forum for policy discussions and advocacy, stressing the value of preserving freedom of speech, fostering media plurality, and bolstering public service broadcasting.