KMUD's Vision, Mission, Diversity Statements and Land Acknowledgment
Current Board Members and Committees
BOARD MEETINGS OCCUR MONTHLY, USUALLY ON THE THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 5:30 PM. MEETING ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE EMAILED TO VOLUNTEERS AND POSTED ON THE BLOG ON THIS WEBSITE.
Vision Statement: Redwood Community Radio envisions a community of listeners who, guided by example of RCR programming, work together to create better, more just and sustainable world systems to ensure that all human and other living species on earth move toward higher quality of life and are able to survive the challenges in the times ahead.
Mission Statement: Redwood Community Radio will encourage a communication center of open airways (KMUD) for all voices to inform, educate, entertain and inspire the listening community through quality programming.
Commitment to Community Representation in Broadcasting
Redwood Community Radio (RCR) is dedicated to representing our listening community of approximately 190,000 people across 6,900 square miles of Northern California. U.S. Census data indicates that 132,400 of these people live in rural areas, and 19.6% are living in poverty. There are 10 Indigenous Nations in this region with a population of approximately 11,000. There are vibrant LGBTQ2+, Latino and BIPOC communities, as well as, populations of Hmong and Bulgarian speaking people in our listening area.
RCR emphasizes locally-produced content on our airwaves. We collaborate with local organizations and community groups to address the needs and interests of our diverse audience; some of them produce talk shows. Anyone may submit a program proposal, call in to talk shows, or submit two minute opinion pieces. We have added more Spanish language programming, and are working toward translation of news stories into multiple languages. Redwood Community Radio is working to encompass ever-greater elements of our community’s diversity with acceptance and respect.
Community Representation in Governance
Community representation includes the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, cultural
perspectives, political beliefs or other ideologies. Our goal is to build a strong, inclusive community through meaningful interactions and partnerships. RCR actively encourages and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply as candidates for our governance bodies, and ensures that all members of our listening community have the opportunity to be considered for service.
These bodies are the Board of Directors, committees, and the Community Advisory Board. In its biennial review of this Statement, the Board of Directors will monitor progress toward achieving a full reflection of our diverse community.
Employment and Training
We are committed to an inclusive hiring process, ensuring that candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Our hiring practices follow EEO guidelines, and we promote equal opportunities for all candidates.
Land acknowledgment
Redwood Community Radio Inc. acknowledges that our transmitter sites are located on the unceded territory of the Sinkyone, Wailaki, Wiyot, Whilkut, and Cahto peoples. We also recognize the rich cultural heritage of all indigenous peoples throughout the KMUD community. We honor ancestors, past, present, and emerging, and acknowledge the ongoing cultural, spiritual, and physical connection these tribes have to this region.
The Board of Directors meeting is held virtually on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5:30 pm. The link is posted on KMUD's blog 1 week before the meeting
Current Board Members:
BOARD-APPOINTED REPS:
Matt Knight
Secretary: Jama Chaplin
MEMBER REPS:
Vice President: George WinterSun
Correspondence Secretary: Stephanie Thomas
Elise Sauer
PROGRAMMER REPS:
President: Charley Custer
Treasurer: Andy Caffrey
Board and Committees
Learn about the committees that keep KMUD running smoothly. Meeting times vary, please contact a committee member or email gm@wordpress-1438018-5376424.cloudwaysapps.com
