Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Carlos Latuff, who shares a reminder that today — February 13 — marks World Radio Day, celebrated each year on the anniversary of the moment United Nations Radio first went on the air 80 years ago.
This UN News article highlights radio’s enduring role as one of the world’s most accessible and resilient media platforms — capable of crossing borders, reaching remote communities, and delivering trusted information in times of crisis.
From conflict zones to rural villages, radio continues to inform, educate, and connect people in ways few other media can match. The article also reflects on the legacy of UN Radio and the broader importance of public-interest broadcasting in an increasingly fragmented media landscape.
For those of us in the SWL, amateur, and radio enthusiast communities, of course, none of this comes as a surprise. We know firsthand that radio is more than just a technology — it’s a lifeline, a cultural bridge, and often a quiet but powerful force for understanding across borders.
You can read the full UN article here:
https://news.un.org/en/story/2026/02/1166947
Click here to check out the 2026 World Radio Day homepage.