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OneWorld Radio AIDS Network - Global

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In an effort to promote free exchange of programmes on AIDS/HIV between radio stations worldwide, the online sustainable development and human rights network OneWorld has launched a radio AIDS Network. OneWorld's AIDS Radio portal offers services and networking for broadcasters and civil society organisations who are interested in using radio/audio to promote awareness through the exchange of news and public education on HIV/AIDS.
Communication Strategies
Located at OneWorld Radio site, OneWorld Radio AIDS Network has a searchable database exchange of audio files that allows broadcasters and other programme producers to upload and download AIDS programming in any language. Radio stations around the world can then rebroadcast this copyright-free material or adapt it for their own audiences. Anyone with Internet access can listen to the programmes online.

The OneWorld Radio AIDS Network website also includes news, training materials, funding information, and other practical resources for national and community broadcasters, health educators, and campaigners as well as people working in AIDS/HIV organisations, aid agencies and development NGOs.
Development Issues
HIV/AIDS.
Key Points
Globally, radio programming is being used to share experiences of those with HIV/AIDS and to give advice on reducing risk and supporting those living with the disease. However, the HIV/AIDS awareness and other audio material produced by NGOs, government agencies, and broadcasters is usually restricted to the geographical area where it has been produced and aired.

The network includes 100 member organisations and radio stations worldwide, broadcasters, NGOs, and activists.
Partners

The World Association of Community Broadcasters (AMARC).

Sources

Press Release sent to the OneWorld Radio Aids Network list server on June 27, 2002; and OneWorld Radio site.