The power of community radio in the Internet age « Lifeline Energy Blog

In the age of the Internet and cell phone, community radio remains a
powerful way for people to connect, learn and discuss issues important
to their lives. Like the name would indicate, a community radio station
is built and run by a community.  It usually has a relatively small
footprint (up to 60 miles) and broadcasts in the local language. 
Community radio station licences are based on not accepting funds from
political parties or supporting one political party or candidate over
another, and are owned, managed and run by community members. Although
they may receive donor funding to start, they have to be sustained by
the community in the long term.