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| Last updated on October 10, 2008 |
National Radio Project, producer of Making Contact, is the core focus of International Media Project. National Radio Project heightens public consciousness, broadens debate on critical social issues and encourages civic participation by giving voice to diverse perspectives and opinions underrepresented in the mass media.
Description:
Making Contact, produced by National Radio Project, is an award-winning, 29-minute weekly magazine/documentary-style public affairs program heard on over 180 radio stations in the USA, Canada and South Africa.
Making Contact is committed to in-depth critical analysis that goes beyond the breaking news. Showcasing voices and perspectives rarely heard in mainstream media.
In addition, National Public Radio trains independent journalists and community members radio skills, improving popular access to the media. National Radio Project also increases the media capacity of community groups often forming unique partnerships and collaboratives
History:
Founded in 1994 by founder Peggy Law, and other committed journalists who wanted to create an alternative to the mass media outlets. An alternative that provides the space and forum for training journalists. Making Contact is a free syndicated newsmagazine devoted to address issues not often heard in mainstream media.
Contact person: Lisa Rudman, Executive Director, (phone), (email)
Main office number: (510) 251-1332 x105
Address:
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1714 Franklin St. 100-251
Oakland, CA 94612
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Web Site: http://www.radioproject.org
Directions:
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Downtown:
The National Radio Project office is in downtown Oakland at 1904 Franklin St, on the fourth floor in Suite 415. (Xst:19th/Franklin)
FROM BART:
Take the 19th street exit. Walk Southeast down 19th Street, towards Lake Merrit and away from Telegraph Avenue. After. . . (more)
Nearest Metro/Subway Stop: Bart,
Walk distance (in minutes): 2 |
Miscellaneous Information
| Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency? |
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Spanish
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| What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency? |
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18
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| Is your agency wheelchair accessible? |
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Yes
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| Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10? |
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No
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| Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20? |
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No
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