A consequential week for public media | The PMA Briefing
From defunding and media mergers to cash injections and debates over prominence, this week has been a consequential one for public media.
World Radio Day: A century old, still the most reliable
On World Radio Day, two century-old public broadcasters are still proving that radio still has a vital role in emergency situations.
PSM Unpacked | Public media: A lifeline during emergencies
PMA members: Join us for our next virtual roundtable forum on the vital role of public media during emergencies.
How US public media covered Hurricane Ida
During natural disasters, public media organisations can serve as vital sources of critical and lifesaving information, as demonstrated when Hurricane Ida hit the US in August.
ABC adds to Emergency Broadcasting in readiness for 2021/2022 season
Press Release: ABC has expanded its suite of content to help Australians prepare for emergencies this summer.
Swedish Radio’s role during crises and emergencies
Public broadcaster Swedish Radio's public alert systems play a critical role during times of crisis and emergency.
Turkish government continues to limit independent and foreign-funded media
Limits, fines, attacks, and incoming media legislation demonstrate Turkey's continued crackdown on editorial independence and pluralism.
Floods in Europe: PSM in times of emergency
As deadly floods ravage parts of Germany and Belgium, public broadcasters play a significant role in reaching the entire population with critical and lifesaving information.
NHK’s emergency reporting
As the need for emergency and crisis reporting grows, what can we learn from Japanese public broadcaster NHK?
Emergency funds for US public broadcasting
The Corporation for Public Broadcasting will receive $75million as part of an emergency relief package, which was passed by the US Senate on 25 March. This is a welcome package for some local stations but for others, it is still not enough.