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The U.S. Agency for Global Media is an independent federal agency that seeks to inform, engage and connect people around the world in support of freedom and democracy.
The United States Agency for Global Media (USAGM) today released its detailed Fiscal Year 2020 budget request, seeking $628 million to support key U.S. foreign policy goals, maximize impact and continue modernization initiatives while accommodating current spending constraints. Read More
John Lansing
When the breach of conduct was brought to my attention, I asked that those deemed responsible for the segment’s production and broadcast be immediately placed on administrative leave, pending an investigation into their apparent misconduct. A comprehensive human resources investigation of the incident is now complete.
Alhurra-Iraq aired a video story about an Iraqi artist who took back the streets and walls of the city by painting over the messages of intolerance and violence left behind by the militant group. Read More
VOA Turkish service reporters were outside the Turkish ambassador’s residence on Tuesday, May 16, and captured the brawl that broke out between visiting Turkish president Erdogan’s supporters and pro-Kurdish demonstrators. The video was widely used by U.S. and international media outlets. Read More
Every week, more than 345 million listeners, viewers and internet users around the world turn on, tune in and log onto U.S. international broadcasting programs. The day-to-day broadcasting activities are carried out by the individual USAGM international broadcasters.
“I first learned about Hong Kong's Occupy Central Movement through shortwave broadcasting by Radio Free Asia. I am thrilled for the people of Hong Kong to bravely fight for democracy and freedom.”
Caller from Huizhou, China
