Sugar Radio.Run by
community participants, SUGARADIO epitomises a station in the community, for
the community. Community radio fills an important role in also being a
companion for the elderly and/or infirm that are house-bound. I know of people
who haven't been out of their residence for five years and our community
station is their only constant source of companionship. Overall the carefully
planned content and engagement opportunities provided by community radio
stations contribute to enhancing listeners' emotional well-being, reducing
feelings of loneliness and isolation, and promoting mental health through
community connection and support.
The Community Radio provides a platform to communities to air local voices on issues concerning Health, Nutrition, Education, Agriculture etc. Since the Community Radio broadcast is in local languages and dialects, people are able to relate to it instantly.
SugaRadio we are always on the lookout for enthusiastic new recruits who have a few hours to spare each week to join the Station. As a 'Radio Presenter' ' News Reader' If you are 16 years or older and looking for something to do in your spare time, have at least one hour per week to commit, and are interested in supporting the work of SugaRadio join our team here at SugaRadio.
Do you have good communication skills? A good sense of humour? A love of a particular type of music? If yes, then you'd be a welcome addition to our team of radio Presenters. Whether you've done anything like this before or not, don't worry as we will help. You will be asked to record a promo to advertise your show and a recorded show to broadcast whenever you are available.
Our struggle is over the last 2 years, Covid
and lack of financial support; have led to us having to give up our
small working station and we are looking into finding a new one over
the next few months. At that time any person broadcasting on our
station and in full employment, will be asked to donate a small
monthly fee. (Some may be exempt at our discretion and dependant on
circumstances.)
Thank You Mike Salmon. SugaRadio, Your Town, Your Station.
Beyond entertainment, community radio has an educational thread running through its programming. Offering training and experience in broadcasting and media production, it's a stepping stone for many into the media world. For anyone dreaming of a career behind the mic or the mixing desk, these stations are a goldmine of opportunity.
Moreover, in times of crisis, these stations become lifelines, providing crucial information and support to their listeners. They're a reminder that in our increasingly globalised world, local is not just a place - it's a feeling of being connected and involved.
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