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World Radio Day recognizes the unique role and impact
of a medium that reaches the largest audience worldwide.
This year's observance highlights the need
for radio broadcasters everywhere to promote the voice of women
and to enhance the role of women
within broadcast organizations.
The airwaves have frequently lagged behind
when it comes to gender equality.
Not nearly enough women's voices are heard --
either in front or behind the microphone.
Not nearly enough stories
about women and girls are being told.
And women make up only a quarter
of the members of the boards of the world's media enterprises.
I encourage radio stations to be more inclusive
by equally recognizing women
in their staff and in their audience.
Radio can also help dismantle
stereotypical and imbalanced programming.
This is an opportunity for everyone.
Let us celebrate this World Radio Day
by saluting women in radio today --
and doing our utmost to nurture
the new voices for tomorrow.