European Radio for Belarus facts for kids
| Type | Radio network |
|---|---|
| Country |  Belarus |
| Availability | International |
| Owner | Independent |
| Launch date | 2005 |
European Radio for Belarus (also known as Eŭrapéjskaje Rádyjo dla Biełarúsi or ERB) is a special radio station and website. It comes from Belarus. It started broadcasting on February 26, 2006.
ERB reaches listeners in many ways. You can listen to it on regular FM radio. It also broadcasts on OIRT FM, through the Internet, and even by Satellite. The journalists who create the news and shows work from two main cities: Minsk in Belarus and Warsaw in Poland.
What is European Radio for Belarus?
European Radio for Belarus is known for providing news that is not controlled by the government. This means it tries to share information freely and fairly. Many people in Belarus trust ERB for its honest reporting. It is one of the most popular independent news sources there.
Why ERB is Important
The website for European Radio for Belarus cannot be opened inside Belarus. This is because the government has blocked it. ERB has reported on many important events. For example, it covered the 2020 Belarusian presidential election. It also reported on the 2020 Belarusian protests. These were times when many people in Belarus wanted changes in their country. ERB helped share their stories.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, ERB and its journalists have won awards for their work. These awards recognize their efforts in free speech and journalism.
- In 2009, ERB journalist Marina Shukjurova received the ‘П’еро’ Award. She won it in the Freedom of Speech category.
- In 2015, Dmitry Lukashuk won first prize. He received it at the BAJ ‘Вольнае слова’ Competition.
