Awaz FM

Awaz FM launched in 2002 as a local radio station in Scotland and focuses on the Asian and African community in Glasgow and Edinburgh. The station is receivable via the frequency 107.2 FM in Glasgow as well as digitally via DAB+ in both cities. The programme is aimed at a specific target group and picks up cultural and religious holidays such as Eid, Diwali or Navratri. In addition to news and debate programmes, the offering includes special formats such as the Kids Show programme, broadcast on Saturdays, or thematic programmes such as the Thursday Drivetime format hosted by Sofia, in which current trends and community topics as well as music are in focus.

The volunteer-run station based in Glasgow sees itself as a voice for the BME community (Black and Minority Ethnic) in Scotland and covers a broad spectrum of health and social issues. The operation is financed, among other things, through advertising partnerships that specifically promote events and cultural initiatives. For technical distribution, Awaz FM also uses various online channels, its own smartphone apps and smart speaker connections. Over its more than twenty-year history, the team has been repeatedly honoured for its media work, including with the San TV Award for services in the media sector.