BGFM is a community-focused radio station based in Blaenau Gwent, which is known for its rich industrial heritage and close-knit communities. The station's mission is to serve the diverse and vibrant community by providing a platform for local voices, fostering community engagement, and promoting cultural, educational, and social initiatives.

The station's key objectives include engaging and representing their local community, promoting culture and history through dedicated programmes, supporting local artists, musicians and events, bridging gaps between different segments of the community, promoting inclusivity and understanding, empowering young people through training and skills development, whilst also providing an entertaining and informative public service to the community.

Key Highlights:

• Creating opportunities for students at Goleg Gwent.
• Welcomed new volunteers, providing training in media production, broadcasting and administrative roles, equipping volunteers with transferable skills. Two volunteers obtained City of Guilds qualifications that have taken them into permanent employment.
• Expanded its Warm Hub initiative, offering a welcome space for residents to enjoy refreshments, socialise and access local support services.
• Delivered digital inclusion workshops, helping residents access technology and improve their digital skills with gifted laptops and data SIM cards. The project led to a visit from the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology.
• Ran a “Shop Local” campaign to support small businesses, featuring interviews and advertisements highlighting local shops and services in the community.

Find out more about BGFM at https://www.bgfm.wales/