The MoU, which was signed during a meeting between the two organisations in Copenhagen on 28 June, is based on mutual sharing of media development strategies and working practices in the countries where both organisations are active.
The agreement also involves regular consultations between AMARC and IMS on programmes and strategies that impact on work with community radios. The MoU moves the organisations towards greater coordination and clarity around the nature of the cooperation for local partners.
- This MoU is an opportunity to continue our collaboration within a clear framework which sets out how best to work together for the benefit of our members, says Marcelo Solervicens, Secretary General of AMARC.
Jesper Højberg, Executive Director of International Media Support, added:
- AMARC and IMS have developed a strong cooperative relationship in their work to help community radios. This MoU shows our mutual commitment to working together to optimise our efforts in support of community and social purpose media. It also enforces our view that partnerships must work at various levels.
AMARC is the world's leading representative organisation for Community Radio and brings together a network of more than 4,000 community radios, Federations and community media stakeholders in more than 115 countries.
International Media Support (IMS) is a non-profit organisation working to support local media in countries affected by armed conflict, human insecurity and political transition. In more than 50 countries worldwide, IMS helps to strengthen professional journalism and ensure that media can operate in challenging circumstances.
For more information, please contact International Media Support at hwa[snabela]i-m-s.dk