Union des Radios de Proximité de Côte d'Ivoire (URPCI)

The Union of Proximity Radios of Côte d'Ivoire (URPCI) is an association that brings together a hundred community radios.

Mission and objectives of the URPCI:

Develop projects and take all initiatives aimed at the development and promotion of approved local radio broadcasters in Côte d'Ivoire
Establishing multifaceted relationships between local radio stations based on mutual assistance, program exchanges and various services
Contribute to the development of audiovisual communication in Côte d'Ivoire
Create and promote partnership and cooperation relations with any organization or association having a similar or related object directly or indirectly to the achievement of the object of the union
Defend the interests of its members
Represent its members with public authorities, national and international institutions
Contribute directly or indirectly to the achievement of the objects of the Union
Ensure compliance with the agreement and specifications with the State
Accompany and support all local development initiatives
Help local populations to access water, their fundamental rights and everything that can contribute to improving the quality of their lives through the radio
Support actions for the consolidation of peace, social cohesion between communities and the practice and exercise of democracy
Design and support any program of information, awareness, health, culture, spots for the benefit of the communities.