About QF Radio
Media in Motion
Why was QF Radio developed?
QF Radio is an initiative of Qatar Foundation's Communication Directorate. It is based at Education City, Doha.
The aim of the QF Radio program is to foster a deeper understanding of Qatar Foundation’s mission and vision.
We achieve this by promoting the activites and accomplishments of Qatar Foundation and its members across Education, Science & Research and Community Development.
QF Radio itself, sits within the 'Community Development' framework.
QF Radio's mission is to reflect the activities and accomplishments of Qatar Foundation and its members and their contribution to the Qatar National 2030 Vision.
QF Radio is uniquely placed to gain access to the world's foremost thinkers, scientists, innovators, professors, leaders, artists and change agents, who regularly visit Qatar and Education City.
Qatar is rapidly becoming known as the new 'Silk Road' for ideas and innovation.
On a daily basis QF Radio broadcasts stories and interviews of Unlocking Human Potential.
QF Radio broadcasts to Doha on 91.4 FM and is streaming online 24/7 for our international audience.
Development Stages & Milestones
2010
May 2010 - QF Radio covers the convocation. To come
April 2010 - QF Radio launches its new website
March 2010 - QF Radio launches QNRF Research Matters program (Qatar National Research Fund)
February 2010 - QF Radio launches a new breakfast show, 'Doha Briefing' with John Bullock.
February 2010 - QF Radio launches Design Edition program made by Virginia Commonwealth University Qatar. See Regular Programs.
We welcome your feedback and ideas on future development areas.
Contact us.
Previously on QF Radio ....2009
February 2009 - Staff and equipment arrive, both waiting to be assembled.
March - 9 April 2009 proof of concept stage, streaming online begins.
May 2009 - QF Radio covers the student convocation.
April – September 2009 expanded events coverage and on-demand interviews.
September 2009 - Campus Buzz Student Radio Show begins including Education City universities.
October 2009 - QF Radio begins broadcasting on 91.4FM.
November-December 2009 - QF Radio begins planning its new Centre for Media Excellence
Program Making
Qatar Foundation staff and community members, and residents of Doha are encouraged to submit ideas for programs and/or interviews.
While education, science, technology, research, community development, and culture are key themes of Qatar Foundation, all program ideas will be given equal consideration.
Final approval for programs will be at the discretion of QF Radio.
Please talk to us about your program concept.
Nikki Hawes
Program Development
QF Radio
nhawes@qf.org.qa
John Bullock and Nikki Hawes, QF Radio management
Campus Buzz student Radio Show reporters
Campus Buzz student Radio Show reporters
Language – Call for Arabic Speakers
While the predominant language of QF Radio currently is English, QF Radio is committed to developing Arabic language features.
Please talk to us if you are interested in taking part in this initiative.
QF Radio is committed to working towards a fully optimized bilingual program that reflects the cultural values and heritage of Qatar.
Please contact QF Radio to join the Talent Pool and talk to us about your ideas.
Teachers and Students
QF Radio welcomes teachers and students who wish to have hands on experience of a specialist media unit operating in today’s fast paced global media environment.
Whether your interest is in :
Specialist program making
Equipment and gearing up
In-field interviewing
General technical competency
Storytelling and writing
Please talk to us about your ideas.
We can arrange tours, speakers and small workshops. Minimum 3 weeks prior notice is required.
QF Radio values are:
| Audiences |
Our program is designed for the diverse community of Qatar Foundation. You are at the heart of everything we do. |
| Respect |
We respect the heritage of the people of Qatar and look for opportunities to celebrate and raise awareness of it’s unique place in the world; past, present and future.
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| Quality |
We take pride in delivering quality information that advances understanding and provides context to what we do and why.
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| Creativity |
We look for ways to ‘think out of the box’ and to see the world with fresh eyes.
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| Collaboration |
We encourage people of all ages and ethnic diversities to work together – surprising things can happen.
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Disclaimer
The views expressed by Program Makers on QF Radio do not necessarily reflect the views of Qatar Foundation.
Qatar Foundation is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.
Contact
Studio Phone
+00974 454 0977
Office Phone
+00974 454 0976
Email
connect@qfradio.org.qa
corporate website
QF Radio Studios
are located at
Portacabin 1
Education City
Please talk to us you about your program concept
email connect@qf.org.qa or
phone 4540976. .
The office is staffed from 7.30am-3.30pm Sunday – Thursday.