Are public service communications meeting equality duties? How can Equality Impact Assessments shape media choices, representation, and access? Could community media offer a bottom-up route to inclusion and belonging?

https://decentered.co.uk/how-can-public-service-communications-meet-equality-duties-in-the-uk/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Is UK media research keeping pace with reality? Community radio often repeats old formats, while creators like Billy Moore use YouTube to speak directly to people’s lives. Are we overlooking how media really works in society?

https://decentered.co.uk/is-there-sufficient-grounded-sociological-research-into-media-use-in-the-uk/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Should news reporting follow gender self-ID or biological sex? The Minneapolis shooting shows how empathy and accuracy collide. Does prioritising one undermine trust in media?

https://decentered.co.uk/the-fragile-balance-of-empathy-and-accuracy-in-news-reporting/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Should the BBC follow court language or apply its own judgement when reporting gender identity in criminal cases? With the Supreme Court affirming sex as biological, and Charter renewal looming, how can trust be maintained without clearer editorial standards?

https://decentered.co.uk/the-bbc-editorial-independence-and-the-question-of-gendered-reporting/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Statement on Ofcom’s Proposal to Approve BBC Radio 3 Unwind

Hi, I've issued this statement about Ofcom's decision today to let the BBC go ahead with Radio 3 Unwind. Radio Lear expresses disappointment at Ofcom’s proposal to approve the BBC’s application to launch Radio 3 Unwind on DAB. While we support the principle of offering a greater range of reflective and culturally meaningful content on national platforms, this move risks undermining the already fragile ecology…

https://decentered.co.uk/statement-on-ofcoms-proposal-to-approve-bbc-radio-3-unwind/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Join the Conversation – Support Decentered Media on Patreon

Dear Supporter Each week at Decentered Media, we hold space for thoughtful, purposeful discussion about the role of community media in supporting democratic participation and inclusive communication. Our Thursday 4pm Zoom sessions have become a regular opportunity for subscribers to explore leadership challenges, share experience, and shape ideas that reflect the values and realities of grassroots media…

https://decentered.co.uk/join-the-conversation-support-decentered-media-on-patreon/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Why Language Matters in Community Media – And Why Your Support Matters Too

At Decentered Media, we believe that media should serve communities, not just markets. But to make that a reality, we need a clear, shared language that helps advocacy groups, community media producers, campaigners, regulators, and public sector organisations work together effectively. Right now, terms like local, citizenship, and audiences are being used in ways that are often contradictory or…

https://decentered.co.uk/why-language-matters-in-community-media-and-why-your-support-matters-too/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Join the Community Media Leadership Discussion – Thursdays at 4pm

Community media plays a vital role in shaping the conversations that matter, but too often, social policy fails to account for the real needs of people when it comes to communication and media. While market-driven approaches dominate, there’s a growing gap in how we recognise and support media that serves communities, fosters social cohesion, and strengthens civic life. This week’s discussion will…

https://decentered.co.uk/join-the-community-media-leadership-discussion-thursdays-at-4pm/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Decentered Media Patreon Update

Hello Decentered Media Patrons, I hope you’re all doing well. I’m writing with an important update about the next phase of Decentered Media and how your support is shaping our work. Over the past few months, we’ve been refining our purpose and clarifying how we can make the most significant impact in community-focused communications. We’re especially excited to share that we’re developing a…

https://decentered.co.uk/decentered-media-patreon-update/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Community Media Leadership Discussion: Developing an Evaluation Toolkit

How do we demonstrate the personal, social, and civic transformation that community media enables? How can participatory and developmental media practices be evaluated in ways that reflect their true impact on individuals and communities? This week’s Community Media Leadership discussion will focus on the development of a Community Media Evaluation Toolkit, exploring how we measure the value of…

https://decentered.co.uk/community-media-leadership-discussion-developing-an-evaluation-toolkit/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social