Radio and TV Martí
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Radio and TV Martí (Radio y TV Martí) are U.S. government-funded broadcasters aimed at delivering news, information, and cultural programming to the Cuban population. These stations serve as a platform for free expression and democracy by offering an alternative to the state-controlled media in Cuba, thereby supporting the right to information and freedom of speech.
Mission
The mission of Radio and TV Martí is to deliver objective and uncensored news to Cuba, enhancing the flow of information and ideas to counter the Cuban government's control over media. By providing programming that includes cultural content, music, and political analysis, Martí seeks to promote democratic values and human rights awareness among Cubans.[1]
Parent organization
Radio and TV Martí are operated by the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM), which oversees all U.S. government-funded international broadcasting.[2]
Legislation
They were established by: - The [Radio Broadcasting to Cuba Act of 1983](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/STATUTE-97/pdf/STATUTE-97-Pg14.pdf) for Radio Martí. - The [Television Broadcasting to Cuba Act of 1990](https://www.congress.gov/bill/101st-congress/house-bill/1673) for TV Martí.
Partners
- No formal partnerships are listed, but Martí collaborates with various journalists, human rights organizations, and cultural figures to produce content.
Number of employees
The exact number of employees for Radio and TV Martí is not publicly disclosed.
Organization structure
Leader
Radio and TV Martí are led by a **Director**.
Divisions
- **News Division** responsible for gathering and broadcasting news.
- **Cultural Programming** which develops content related to arts, music, and Cuban culture.
- **Technical Operations** for managing broadcast technology and signal delivery.
List of programs
- Noticiero Martí - Daily news program[3]
- De Aquí y de Allá - Cultural program focusing on music and arts[4]
- Conéctate - Program engaging with youth and technology[5]
Last total enacted budget
The budget for Radio and TV Martí is part of the broader USAGM budget, with specific figures for Martí not publicly itemized.
Staff
Staff includes journalists, producers, technicians, and administrative personnel, with numbers not publicly specified.
Funding
Funding for Radio and TV Martí comes from the U.S. federal budget allocated to USAGM, with historical funding being a point of contention due to debates on its effectiveness and necessity.
Services provided
Radio and TV Martí broadcast news, cultural programs, and educational content aimed at informing and engaging the Cuban audience. They provide a variety of shows from daily news updates to cultural explorations, all intended to offer an alternative to state-controlled media in Cuba.[6]
Regulations overseen
Radio and TV Martí do not oversee regulations but operate under U.S. broadcasting laws and international broadcasting standards.
Headquarters address
4201 NW 77th Ave, Miami, FL 33166, USA
History
Radio Martí was launched in 1985 under President Reagan, with TV Martí following in 1990. Both were established to break the Cuban government's information monopoly, providing an uncensored source of news. Over the years, they've faced challenges like signal jamming by Cuba, but have adapted by using various transmission methods and expanding their digital presence.
External links
References
- ↑ "Radio and TV Martí". U.S. Agency for Global Media. https://www.usagm.gov/networks/radio-tv-marti/.
- ↑ "U.S. Agency for Global Media". USAGM. https://www.usagm.gov/.
- ↑ "Noticiero Martí". Radio y TV Martí. https://www.martinoticias.com/programas/noticiero-marti.
- ↑ "De Aquí y de Allá". Radio y TV Martí. https://www.martinoticias.com/programas/de-aqui-y-de-alla.
- ↑ "Conéctate". Radio y TV Martí. https://www.martinoticias.com/programas/conectate.
- ↑ "Radio y TV Martí". Radio y TV Martí. https://www.martinoticias.com/.