Church in Community

The Church is uniquely placed to bring transformation to communities. Motivated by their faith, Christian groups serve their neighbours, often gaining the respect of their communities, even when those communities are not predominantly Christian.

Partnering with churches and religious leaders can be key to the successful delivery of projects working with local communities; this can help build trust and legitimacy and benefit from the established networks of the clergy.

Feba seeks to equip churches to bring life to their communities through practical action, sharing the good news and enabling broadcasts that provide life-giving media specific to local needs; from bridging religious or political divides to delivering essential health messaging and programmes promoting gender equality.

CASE STUDY: Deeply rooted in Mozambique – Radio Wimbe

Radio Wimbe, in Pemba, Mozambique, is working to address local issues, offering guidance and welcoming contributions from the community. Issues include:

Influencing the local government to improve flood defences. (The area is prone to severe flooding)
Crime and domestic violence
The empowerment of women
The prevention of cholera and malaria

Radio Wimbe speaks to us and clarifies well the issues that we meet. It helps us to strengthen our homes, our culture, and teaches us to do business for the wellbeing of society. Radio Wimbe brings healing

Omar, Caetana and Joaquim

Radio Wimbe's mast in Pemba, Mozambique

Bridging religious and political divides using radio

Many of our partners are working in parts of the world currently experiencing conflict or volatile political situations. With community centred media, we can reach out to audiences experiencing crisis and help to bridge religious and political divides. Our Christian values, such as forgiveness and the equality of all humans, are perceived, noted and discussed by others – and are fundamental in transforming a community.

CASE STUDY: Rebuilding communities in Iraq

Decades of war, repression and conflict have eroded community spirit and trust among neighbours in Iraq. Iraq FM, our local partner, uses music and interactions with listeners to entertain and inform. This encourages members of fragmented communities to speak to each other, reducing discrimination and building peace. Iraq FM allows a wide cross-section of community members to have a say, regardless of sectarian affiliation.

Help equip churches to bring life to their communities using media. With your support, radio can reach people across religious and political divides, encouraging practical action and community transformation.

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Iraq FM: Community radio bringing light to listeners in the Middle East

Iraq is one of the most dangerous places to live and work today. Despite challenging circumstances, Iraq FM is a valued and trusted member of the diverse community it serves. Your support can help these remarkable broadcasts to continue.

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Nepal

JUNE 25th – JULY 1st: Afno FM's community radio stations in Nepal are broadcasting transformative radio programmes.
North East Africa

JUNE 18th – JUNE 24th: Short wave radio programmes are helping address physical, social and spiritual needs in this challenging region.
Airing the issues: Radio in Sierra Leone

The communities around Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, are working to improve living conditions by addressing practical community issues using radio.
Pray for Pakistan

JUNE 11th – JUNE 17th: Feba Pakistan's new team embarks on their new strategy, bringing life-transforming messages and hope to communities using radio.

Iraq FM: Community radio bringing light to listeners in the Middle East

Iraq is one of the most dangerous places to live and work today. Despite challenging circumstances, Iraq FM is a valued and trusted member of the diverse community it serves. Your support can help these remarkable broadcasts to continue.
Persecuted Church

Using radio to reach marginalised communities – Feba’s partners transmit hope and crucial information to persecuted Christians.
Health and Wellbeing

Feba has a holistic approach towards individual and community transformation. We care about the whole person; body, mind and soul.
Peace and Reconciliation

Promoting peace and trust among communities fragmented by conflict is a key aim for Feba. Media can encourage local people to work together for the benefit of the whole community.
Displaced People

Almost 1% of the global population of 7 billion people are considered to be internally displaced or refugees. We believe media can speak into this international crisis; a two way connection with communities in need.

What is the difference between SW, MW and FM radio?

Find out how Feba's partners use various forms of 'radio' to suit the needs of different places, different contexts and different communities.
Work with us

This is where we post our latest job opportunities. If you don't see a suitable vacancy but would like to work with us, register your interest by sending a short introduction and CV to: personnel@feba.org.uk
Our History

Feba started off as the "Far East Broadcasting Associates" in 1959, and since then we've continued to use radio to inspire change in the world. Find out more about our history here.
Our Mission

Our mission is to use media to minister to our focus areas of: Emergency Response, Health and Wellbeing, Church in Community, Peace and Reconciliation, Displaced People and Persecuted Church.
Why Media?

Media can inform, educate and inspire. We are Christians who believe that media can bring hope and lasting change to communities.
Give to where the need is greatest

Our critical work goes on day by day, but it's only through the kind gifts of our supporters we can continue to do this.
What We Offer

From technical expertise through to project assistance, partnership and financial support, Feba enables media production to serve communities at their point of need.
Persecuted Church

Using radio to reach marginalised communities – Feba’s partners transmit hope and crucial information to persecuted Christians.
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