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Makeda of the World Beat Center Explains Kwanzaa to School Children

January 6, 2011

MORE THAN 20 YEARS AGO, Makeda “Dread” Cheatom founded the WorldBeat Center (WBC) in Balboa Park and began hosting the 91X Sunday-night Reggae Makossa program. Her goal—fostering a broader appreciation of various cultures—resonates both locally and globally.

Youth Group in Afghanistan Reaches Out for Peace

January 6, 2011

For the last several years, a group of young Afghani’s in the Bamyan province of Afghanistan have been on “Our Journey To Smile” (

Radio Rootz Tells the FCC to Keep the Internet Open

January 6, 2011

 

US Senate Joins House in Passing the Local Community Radio Act

January 6, 2011

WASHINGTON, DC – Today a bill to expand community radio nationwide – the Local Community Radio Act – passed the U.S. Senate, thanks to the bipartisan leadership of Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA) and John McCain (R-AZ).

The Challenge: New in an Indigenous Community in Panama

January 6, 2011

Promo video for an wireless internet hub for an Indigenous community in Panama.  This features a "facilitator" from Microsoft.

The Challenge: New in an Indigenous Community in Panama

January 6, 2011
Promo video for an wireless internet hub for an Indigenous community in