What does Voice of America do?

Voice of America (VOA) is a U.S. government-funded international multimedia broadcaster established in 1942. It was created to provide accurate and unbiased news, countering propaganda during World War II. Operating under the U.S. Agency for Global Media, VOA reaches over 354 million people weekly in nearly 50 languages through various platforms, including internet, mobile, social media, radio, and television. VOA offers news, information, and cultural programming aimed at promoting democratic values and human rights, especially in regions with limited media freedom. Its content is delivered via radio and television through a network of over 3,000 global stations, as well as through digital platforms and language-specific broadcasts. VOA has a rich history of reporting significant events and continues to serve as a vital source of information in authoritarian environments.