PeaceFM 90.1
Your
will probably remember PeaceFM from the three 4-week broadcasts in
recent years. Judging by the feedback forms, text messages, emails and
phone-ins, these were very popular with local listeners. It gave a
voice to the views and feelings of local people through talk, debate,
interview and phone-in programs (which attracted, amongst others, Tony
Blair, Hazel Blears, Rio Ferdinand, local MP Tony Lloyd and Police and
Council officers). And it played some great music!
Many
people asked for more, and in 2008 an application to OFCOM for a 5 year
licence for PeaceFM was successful. Under the umbrella of Carisma,
Peace Full Media Ltd. has been set up to run PeaceFM. Preparations are
now at an advanced stage and, all being well, PeaceFM will take to the
airwaves on 90.1 from August 2009.
A strong
element of PeaceFM will be educational and, funding permitting, a
second studio will be built, partly for programme preparation, but
mostly for training and hands-on experience for young people in
broadcasting, and all aspects of programme making. This will encourage
self-expression, organising of thoughts, and presentation skills, all
in a context that will be interesting and motivating. There will also
be training for the technical skills of broadcasting and programme
creation, such as sound recording and editing using professional-level
equipment. Existing positive links with local schools and colleges,
built up by Carisma over the years through activities such as
Peace Week, will be used as a means of making this facility available as
a 'life-chance' to young people.
MISSION STATEMENT
PEACE FM will provide a cohesive and inclusive voice for the African Caribbean community of Manchester, that have a history and track record of overcoming barriers and reaching out to deprived communities, including the vulnerable (such as the elderly), hard-to-reach young people at risk or involved in anti-social behaviour. PEACE FM will build upon the ethos of promoting Peace within the boundaries of Manchester. We will provide opportunities for local people to be employed or volunteer their services as well as offer meaningful training. PEACE FM will tackle issues of discrimination and will promote equality of opportunity, this will be done to educate and inform. PEACE FM will continue to forge positive links with local and national organisations both in the voluntary and private sector.
The station will:
1. Promote local talent
2. Promote local music and literature
3. Bring up-to-date news reports that reflect the African Caribbean Community
4. Target marginalised groups (such as the elderly, African Caribbean women and youth)
5. Endeavour to improve the quality of life for the African Caribbean Community in Manchester
6. Build strong Community Cohesion and understanding of different cultures
Peace FM will fill an unmet need in the local community that will provide a sustained platform for the concerns and needs of the local African Caribbean community. PEACE FM offers a chance to celebrate, educate, give and share knowledge and information, maximise potential and showcase hidden talent.
OUR VALUES
P always be Positive, never negative
E to Encourage and support our community
A we should be all Accountable for our actions
C seek to be Creative and challenging, believe in what you do
E Enjoy and have fun, respect each others cultures, and one another
How can you get involved?
We wish to form a 'Community Forum' group for PeaceFM to meet every 6-8 weeks. This will be a group of people who can help to move PeaceFM forward. We need all your creative, positive ideas and suggestions.........Read More
