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The Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) founded in 1970 is a not-for-profit association of public ser Its secretariat is based in Barbados.

The Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) founded in 1970 is a not-for-profit association of public service and commercial broadcasters in the Caribbean. Beginning in the mid-1980s, the CBU created several regionally syndicated programmes including CaribScope, Caribbean Newsline, Caribbean News Review, Caribbean Business Weekly, Talk Caribbean, the Caribbean Song Festival, Riddim Express and the Cari

bVision television news exchange, among other programmes. Leadership of the association is mainly rotated between representatives of the affiliated media houses. On 9 June 2000 the commercial operations of the CBU and the Caribbean News Agency were merged into the Caribbean Media Corporation, also based in Barbados, which has carried on the business of television production begun by the CBU. The CBU's current mandate includes the facilitation of some broadcast services, representation, and training of the staff of member stations in support of a unified Caribbean community. It holds an Annual General Assembly (AGA) in one of the member nations every August. Member stations are drawn from the 15 member nations of the Caribbean Community, with the exception of Haiti. Other member stations are drawn from Anguilla, Turks & Caicos, the Netherlands Antilles, Cuba and Colombia.

09/12/2025

UNESCO has launched the world’s first Model Disaster Preparedness and Response Plan designed specifically for media institutions. This global framework helps media houses strengthen internal readiness and support community resilience during emergencies.

🔗 Read more: https://www.caribroadcastunion.org/2025/12/09/unesco-launches-groundbreaking-model-disaster-preparedness-and-response-plan-for-media-institutions/

28/11/2025

Carimac UWI is now accepting applications for the Mediated Voices Media Artist-in-Residence Programme, running from February to April 2026.

This opportunity provides one selected media artist with airfare, accommodation, a stipend, and project funding to develop new work in a supportive academic and creative environment.

If you’re ready to advance your practice and engage with a community of regional storytellers, apply below:

🔗 https://www.mona.uwi.edu/carimac/carimac-media-artist-residence

28/11/2025

The CBU Secretariat advises all members and partners that the office will be closed on Monday, December 1st, 2025, in observance of the public holiday for Barbados’ Independence Day.

The Secretariat will re-open for regular business at 8.30 AM AST on Tuesday, December 2nd , 2025.

26/11/2025

Caribbean media professionals — the spotlight is on you! ✨
The 37th CBU Media Awards are open for entries. Share the work you’re proud of and let it shine on the region’s biggest media stage.

Learn more 👉 bit.ly/37CBUCMA

14/11/2025

💛💚🖤 Let’s show Jamaica the strength of Caribbean unity.
The ONE LOVE JAMAICA Mediathon airs this Sunday, Nov 16 (3–7 PM AST) as media houses unite to support disaster relief.

📺 Watch on UWI TV Global + CBU member stations.

14/11/2025

💛💚🖤 Let’s show Jamaica the strength of Caribbean unity.
The ONE LOVE JAMAICA Mediathon airs this Sunday, November 16 (3–7 PM AST) as media houses across the region join forces to support disaster relief efforts.

Funds raised will be channelled through the Barbados Red Cross to help rebuild and restore affected communities.

📺 Watch on UWI TV Global and CBU member stations.

07/11/2025

🌏 CBU Joins Launch of Global South Media Partners Mechanism in China

Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) President Anthony Greene is in Xi’an, China, representing the region at the Global South Media Partners Mechanism Inauguration Meeting, hosted by China Media Group (CMG).

Held on November 6, 2025, this milestone gathering brought together media leaders and broadcasters from across the Global South — developing and emerging nations in Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the Pacific — united by a shared goal to build a more balanced global media landscape.

The new Global South Media Partners Mechanism provides a platform for collaboration among more than 500 media organizations from 114 countries, fostering cooperation, mutual trust, and shared growth. It also seeks to promote a fairer, more diverse, and more inclusive global communication ecosystem.

As part of the event, participants also attended the 13th Global Video Media Forum and Global South Media Roundtable, discussing the media’s role in advancing global governance and amplifying voices from the Global South.

The CBU’s participation underscores its commitment to ensuring that Caribbean perspectives remain an active part of the global media conversation.

📍 Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, China | November 2025

05/11/2025

Join the Public Media Alliance, UNESCO Caribbean, and partners for an online showcase on new innovative data journalism projects supporting disaster preparedness in the Caribbean. The event features project presentations from journalists in Barbados, Grenada, and Trinidad & Tobago, as well as a panel discussion with experts from UNESCO Caribbean, CDEMA, and Greater Belize Media.

🗓️ Monday, 17 November 2025 | 10:00–12:00 AST (via Zoom)

Register here: https://ow.ly/ZsuM50Xm94I

More details: https://ow.ly/BsIk50Xm94J

31/10/2025

📉 Traditional news media are struggling to connect with audiences, facing declining engagement, low trust and stagnating digital subscriptions.

At the same time, AI tools and chatbots are becoming more common. Big tech companies are starting to use AI to write news summaries and updates. But this raises worries, people fear it might lead to fewer visitors on news websites and more fake or misleading information online.

UNESCO champions Media Literacy to counter mis- and disinformation, tackle hate speech, and restore confidence in media and digital innovation, especially in the age of .

⚠️ Remember: AI can make mistakes. Stay informed, stay critical, stay media and information literate.

https://www.unesco.org/en/weeks/media-information-literacy

30/10/2025

is impacting our everyday life, powering search, shaping information, and influencing decisions. But can we truly trust what it generates?

The growing gap between how often we use AI and how much we trust it reveals a deeper challenge: ensuring that technological progress serves truth, not confusion.

UNESCO promotes Media and Information Literacy for all, giving people the skills to think critically and make informed choices online.

AI can make mistakes. Bridging this gap begins with media and information literacy.

Join the : https://www.unesco.org/en/weeks/media-information-literacy

29/10/2025

📊 How is Media and Information Literacy ( ) actually being taught around the world?

Digital environments now shaped by and new technologies are changing how people access, interpret and share information. As a consequence, MIL’s role is more crucial than ever. Yet, its integration into education remains uneven.

To fill this gap, UNESCO launched a global study mapping the status of MIL across 194 countries, establishing the first comprehensive baseline on where countries stand today, and how far we still have to go.

👉 Read the full report here: https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000396030

28/10/2025

📢 Reminder! Learn how your work could become an award-winning entry in the CBU Media Awards, featuring new UNICEF-sponsored categories 🏆

🎙️ For creators of TV, radio, print & digital content about children and young people in Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.

🗓️ In-person (Barbados): Nov 5 – Courtyard by Marriott
💻 Online: Nov 12 – via Zoom

Hear from UNICEF experts & media trainers on eligibility and what judges are looking for.
👉 Register now at https://bit.ly/unicef-cma37 to secure your spot!

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Caribbean Media Centre, Suite 1B Bldg 6A, Harbour Industrial Estate

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Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00

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The Caribbean Broadcasting Union (CBU) founded in 1970 is a not-for-profit association of public service and commercial broadcasters in the Caribbean. Its secretariat is based in Barbados. Beginning in the mid-1980s, the CBU created several regionally syndicated programmes including CaribScope, Caribbean Newsline, Caribbean News Review, Caribbean Business Weekly, Talk Caribbean, the Caribbean Song Festival, Riddim Express and the CaribVision television news exchange, among other programmes. These were some of the first television programmes to contribute to a nascent regional integration movement and enjoyed wide viewership, particularly CaribScope, a magazine containing arts, cultural and general-interest features submitted by member stations. Leadership of the association is mainly rotated between representatives of the affiliated media houses. On 9 June 2000, the commercial operations of the CBU and the Caribbean News Agency were merged into the Caribbean Media Corporation, also based in Barbados, which has carried on the business of television production begun by the CBU. The CBU's current mandate includes the facilitation of some broadcast services, representation, and training of the staff of member stations in support of a unified Caribbean community. It holds an Annual General Assembly (AGA) in one of the member nations every August. Member stations are drawn from the 15 member nations of the Caribbean Community, with the exception of Haiti. Other member stations are drawn from Suriname, the Netherlands Antilles, and Cuba.