BBC Media Action's booth at SBCC Summit
BBC Media Action was founded in 1999 by the BBC as its international development charity. We apply the editorial standards of the BBC, build on its values and often work closely with the BBC World Service and other BBC departments. BBC Media Action is legally and financially independent and works towards a distinct mission. Originally known as BBC World Service Trust we changed our name to BBC Media Action in December 2011.
As an independent charity, we are not funded by the BBC license fee. Our work is made possible with support from our generous donors – governments, foundations, corporations and individuals.
We at BBC Media Action believe that media and communication can be a powerful force for positive social change. Our aim is to inform, connect and empower people around the world.
Radio, TV, print, social media, mobile phones, street theatre and interpersonal communication can engage large numbers of people relatively cheaply, facilitating the exchange of information and ideas, dialogue, discussion and debate.
We use various forms of media and communication, to tackle poverty and contribute to long-term change in some of the world’s poorest places. Our work focuses mainly on governance and rights, health and resilience and humanitarian response.
Media Action
BBC Media Action is registered in England & Wales under charity number 1076235 and company number 3521587.
Registered office: Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London W1A 1AA, United Kingdom.
BBC Media Action (India) Limited is registered in England & Wales under charity commission number 1121665 and company number 02746733.
Registered office: Broadcasting House, Portland Place, London W1A 1AA, United Kingdom.