Tell us your story and that of your organization: My parents were farmworkers and we were poor. We have to make radio broadcasting more relevant in people's lives. kbbf.org. The station was deeded property at 4010 Finley Ave in Santa Rosa on land that was part of a decommissioned naval auxiliary air station. Licensed to Calistoga, California, it has coverage throughout much of the north San Francisco Bay Area. I go back to the advice I give my sons-don't react, don't engage in hateful/negative behavior-keep your eyes on the goal of serving and taking care of yourself, your family and your community.
Is there a major accomplishment in the past year or so that you would like to share? [citation needed]. Santa Rosa, CA 95407.
It was founded by a group of idealists seeking to provide cultural, educational and informational radio programming to a community that had been historically excluded.
Donate Become a Member Volunteer Donate Your Vehicle. KBBF is owned and operated by the Bilingual Broadcasting Foundation Inc.. BBFI was founded in 1971 and KBBF went on the air in 1973, the first bilingual community radio station in the United States.
I would ask myself, “should I go back or should I go forward?” I would tread water and rest. 1 = Clear-channel stations with extended nighttime coverage. For three decades I worked as a union organizer.
The wonderful team of KBBF volunteers who has met the many challenges time and time again like in the early hours of the morning of Oct 9, 2017.
Email: info@kbbf-fm.org, Bilingual Broadcasting Foundation, Inc. (BBFI)
What are you most proud of regarding the achievements of the area Latino business community and what are the greatest challenges faced by that community? BBFI was founded in 1971 and KBBF went on the air in 1973, the first bilingual (English-Spanish) community radio station in the United States.
Almost 10 years ago, we took KBBF from a road kill specimen to again being the Voice of Your Community. KBBF 89.1 FM Radio. Tell us about your community involvement: I have been an activist for close to 50 years in many issues affecting workers, immigrants, women, and youth as well as an advocate for non-violence, environmental issues and social justice. Donate
KBBF is the only station in Northern California that provides local public affairs programming in Spanish and English, but also in several indigenous American languages. In 1986 I returned to Santa Rosa after my marriage and son's birth. Office: (707) 545-8833 Volunteer
I am proud to be part of KBBF's legacy and vision. Member will get notification about KBBF events. Since then I have devoted all my time making sure KBBF stays on the air. Registered member can update his/her profile, update business offers.
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Calendar Gallery Archive Immigration Links Contact. Donate Your Vehicle, Calendar We are just coming from different paths. KBBF opened its airways and offices for call-in and walk-in questions and donations for the community. KBBF with its 100% volunteer staff, became the first source of information to the Spanish speaking community by preempting its regular programming and broadcasting emergency updates primarily in Spanish but also in English for the next two weeks of the fires. Your membership is needed to help keep KBBF on the air. Careful planning ensures that show schedules are met - we provide double and triple drivers where necessary.
How do you think your profession will change in the next five years? Now streaming online around the world! I strive not to give up, not to become cynical, not to question whether it is all worth it the work I am doing to make the world a better place for us, our community and our children and grandchildren.
What is the achievement you are most proud of? 707-545-8833. www.
The greatest challenge faced by the Latino business community is the attacks by others who do not understand that we have more in common than we have differences.
English or Spanish, there's something for everyone. In 1973, KBBF became the first bilingual public radio station in the United States. In life, my daughter, you will come to some difficult times when you will be scared, exhausted and doubtful, and always my daughter, GO FORWARD.
Most admired businessperson outside your organization: My two sons, Salvador and Joshua. In 2010 I was asked to become KBBF's board president. KBBF RATNAGIRI is a directory of Karhade Brahmin Businessmen who are registered with Karhade Brahmin Business Forum. KBBF (89.1 FM) is a non-commercial community radio station with studios in Santa Rosa, California. KB Event is a specialist transport company providing transport & logistics management services for live events, music tours & corporate events
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Viva la differencia! Links KBBF 89.1 FM es la primera estación bilingüe y pública en los Estados Unidos, sirviendo los pueblos de los dieciocho condados en el norte de la Bahía desde hace 1973. My father told me the story of the times when he crossed the Rio Grande from Mexico to U.S. “I get to the middle of the river and I would get so scared, so exhausted, and started doubting myself.
I truly believe that in unity, there is strength and in strength there is success! KBBF Events in October. Find out more about the other 2019 Latino Business Leadership Awards winners. We are super excited about our October events! [3] In 2008, a group of concerned community members called "Voces Cruzando Fronteras" sued BBFI, which resulted in a court order[4] forcing new elections to the Board of Directors. The Bilingual Broadcasting Foundation, Inc. (BBFI) was created in August 1971 by several Sonoma State University students and community leaders with the specific purpose of operating an educational radio station that would perform public services.
Stress relievers: Standing in silence with Women in Black (an international network of women committed to peace with justice.
In 2013 KBBF moved again to the present location in the Carpenters' Labor Center at 1700 Corby Avenue in Santa Rosa.
My five brothers and I were taught the value of helping others and education by our parents. I believe in the KBBF vision, “To create a strong multilingual voice that empowers and engages the community at large in order to achieve social justice through education, celebration of culture and delivery of local and international news coverage.”. P.O.
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