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World Radio Day
UN General Assembly endorses UNESCOs resolution proclaiming 13 February as United Nations Radio Day
UNESCO and the World Radio Day
Highlights from Madrid In Madrid, the focus of celebrations was an awards ceremony organized by the Academia Espanola de la Radio on behalf of the World Radio Commitee.*
The gala recognized the part played by UNESCO, the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and celebrated individuals in the formation of World Radio Day.
Singled out for praise were Spanish scholar, diplomat and poet Ferdinando Mayor Zaragoza, who served as director general of UNESCO from 1987 to 1999 and is currently the president of the Fundation Cultura de la Paz; Irina Bokova, serving UNESCO director general and ITU Secretary General Hamadoun Tour .
The latter awards were collected by Janis Karklins, UNESCO deputy director general for communication and information, and Fabio Leite, deputy director of the ITU Radiocommunication sector, respectively.
*The World Radio Committee includes
European Broadcasting Union (EBU)
Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU)
African Union of Broadcasting (AUB)
Arab States Broadcasting Union (ASBU)
International Association of Broadcasting (IAB/AIR)
North American Broadcasters Association (NABA)
Association of European Radios (AER)
World Association of Community Radio Broadcasters (AMARC)
International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
Union Radiophonique et T l visuelle Internationale (URTI)
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EBU Members will be at the forefront of international World Radio Day celebrations, due to take place on February 13, proclaimed by UNESCO in 2011 and endorsed by the United Nations General Assembly in September 2012
EURORADIO, operated by the EBU, is organizing activities with its Members to join the global campaign, and share radio content between public broadcasters. The EBU is part of the International Committee for the World Radio Day.
EBU Media Director Annika Nyberg Frankenhaeuser says the intention is to use the day to enhance networking, build bridges and share radio programming between Members.
Here EBU Media Director Annika Nyberg Frankenhaeuser talks about the importance of radio
"Radio remains a strong medium and is adapting bravely to the new digital world," said Ms Nyberg Frankenhaeuser. "Radio is easily consumed, is at its best when it is live, and remains the fastest way to instantly reach the masses globally.
She added: The access and interaction on radio allows for freedom of expression which remains the cornerstone of public service broadcasting.
EURORADIO has encouraged its Members to incorporate World Radio Day into their programme schedules, create dedicated music programmes around the event, send well-wishes to other broadcasters in Europe and set up interviews with decision makers on the importance of radio.
Fittingly, the EBU Digital Radio Summit on the future of radio will take place in Geneva on the same day. During the Summit, a new EBU Recommendation on Digital Radio Distribution in Europe will be presented.
A SOUND FUTURE FOR RADIO
The EBU is working hard to facilitate the transition to digital radio. With today's media convergence, audiences also expect to be able to listen to radio on mobile devices. The Euro-Chip concept is a simple answer to make this possible. The EBU has launched a campaign on Euro-Chip that will ensure access to free-to-air broadcasts both on analogue and digital as a minimum requirement on all devices.
Awards Ceremony in Madrid
ABOUT EURORADIO
EURORADIO, operated by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU), enhances public service radio through the exchange of music, professional networking and the promotion of digital and hybrid radio to ensure radio remains a key protagonist in a multimedia world.
EURORADIO provides artistic, financial, legal and technical expertise related to all musical genres, and represents the interests of EBU Radio Members internationally.
The EURORADIO satellite and fibre network uses cutting-edge technology to provide reliable global connectivity for the distribution of concerts audio and/or streamed video content between public radios.
EURORADIOs staff of experienced media professionals stage regular conferences and workshops to address media convergence, as well as competitions, festivals and music events series, such as the Euroradio Concerts and Opera Series.
EURORADIO is also at the heart of the Eurosonic festival, Europe's foremost platform for new and emerging contemporary music talent.
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