About Rhondda Radio
Rhondda Radio: Your Community Voice
Rhondda Radio is a non-profit community radio station that operates on two frequencies, 106.1FM and 97.5FM, serving the Rhondda Valley in South Wales. The station is run entirely by volunteers and managed by an elected board of directors and management team.
The mission of Rhondda Radio is to provide a platform for the local community to voice their opinions, share their stories, and promote local events and businesses. The station aims to be inclusive, diverse, and representative of all members of the community.
Programming
Rhondda Radio broadcasts a wide range of programming that reflects the interests and concerns of its listeners. The schedule includes music shows featuring different genres such as rock, pop, folk, jazz, blues as well as specialist shows dedicated to country music or Welsh language songs.
In addition to music programming Rhondda Radio also features talk shows covering topics such as politics, health issues or environmental concerns. There are also programs dedicated to sports news with live coverage from local football matches or rugby games.
One unique feature of Rhondda Radio is its commitment to promoting Welsh language culture through regular programming in both English and Welsh languages.
Community Involvement
As a community radio station Rhondda Radio places great emphasis on involving members of the public in its operations. Volunteers are always welcome whether they have experience in broadcasting or not; training will be provided for those who need it.
The station also works closely with local schools providing opportunities for young people interested in media careers through work experience placements or internships at the studio.
Fundraising
As a non-profit organization Rhonda radio relies heavily on donations from individuals or businesses within the community it serves. Fundraising events such as sponsored walks/runs/cycles are organized regularly throughout the year with proceeds going towards maintaining equipment/upgrading facilities/covering running costs etc..
Online Presence
In addition to traditional FM broadcasting Rhonda radio has an online presence via its website where listeners can stream live broadcasts from anywhere around the world using any device connected to internet service provider (ISP). Social media platforms like Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/Youtube are used extensively by staff/volunteers/membership base alike for sharing news/events/photos/videos etc..
Conclusion:
Rhonda radio provides an invaluable service for residents living within South Wales' beautiful valleys region - offering up-to-date information about what's happening locally while giving people access into wider cultural experiences beyond their immediate surroundings too! With so much variety available across both English & Welsh-language content there really is something here everyone can enjoy listening too - whether you're into sports/music/politics/current affairs...or just want some good old-fashioned entertainment!