Radio
Ramadhan Dudley (87.7fm)
An
innovative radio campaign had been launched in Dudley
during the month of Ramadhan to promote health and social
services to the Muslim community.
Staff from Dudley
Social Services and Dudley Public Health had worked with
Radio Ramadhan Dudley to produce a series of radio slots
which were broadcast in English and Mirpuri and Urdu. There
was also radio interviews with staff from health and social
services and listeners were asked to phone in with their
own questions.
The campaign promoted a number of different services
including services for children with disabilities, exercise
for health, stop smoking and services for adults with
learning disabilities. Display stands in Mosques had
information available in community languages.
Radio Ramadhan Dudley is one of 33 community radio stations
set up across the country to broadcast to Muslim
communities during the fasting month of Ramadhan.
Linda Warren, Director of Social Services, said:
“We are always looking for new ways to reach people in our
community with information about the services we provide.
Many families from the Muslim community lack awareness of
the range of services on offer due to language and other
barriers so I’m hopeful that this campaign will help to
bridge that information gap.”
Dr Akber Mohamedali, a spokesperson for the Muslim Council
of Britain, said:
“Almost 40 per cent of Dudley's black and ethnic minority
population is Muslim. Dudley Council's partnership with
Radio Ramadhan Dudley is an excellent step towards
responding to the needs of this community."
Radio Ramadhan Community radio stations are non-profiting
making, rely on advertising and sponsorship and are run by
volunteers.
For
further information please contact: Ali Mohammed
Tel: 01384 813238
