Inclusivity
We believe community media is for everyone. We actively remove barriers — financial, technical, and social — so that participation in media is open to all residents, not just the privileged few.
Who We Are
Mission & Vision
Grounded in community, driven by purpose — discover what guides every program, partnership, and decision we make at Community Media of Union City.
Our Mission
"To empower the residents of Union City and the surrounding region through accessible media tools, education, and platforms that amplify local voices, foster civic engagement, and strengthen community bonds."
Our Vision
A Community Where Every Voice Is Heard
We envision a Union City where every resident — regardless of background, age, or technical skill — has both the capability and the platform to share their perspective, participate in public discourse, and shape the story of their community.
Media has historically belonged to those with the most resources. We believe that changes when communities take ownership of their own narrative. Our vision is a northwestern Pennsylvania where local media is truly local — produced by, for, and about the people who live here.
When community members become storytellers, neighbors become visible to one another in new ways. Civic life deepens. Democracy strengthens. Community media is not a nice-to-have — it is essential infrastructure for a thriving society.
Community-Centered Media
Every program we run, every workshop we teach, and every platform we build begins with one question: how does this serve the people of Union City?
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Six principles guide everything we do — from how we design programs to how we welcome every person through our door.
Transparency
As a nonprofit serving the public, we hold ourselves accountable. We are open about our finances, our decisions, and our impact — and we invite community input in shaping our direction.
Civic Empowerment
An informed community is an engaged community. We create pathways for residents to learn, create, and participate in civic life through the powerful medium of local media.
Integrity
We uphold the highest standards of journalistic and ethical practice. Community trust is our most precious resource, and we protect it in every story told and every decision made.
Education & Growth
We are a learning organization — for our community and for ourselves. We invest in skills, knowledge, and the continuous improvement of the people and programs in our care.
Local Rootedness
Union City is not just where we operate — it is who we are. Every choice we make is guided by what is best for this specific community, its history, its character, and its future.
Ready to Be Part of Our Story?
Whether you're a resident, educator, local business, or fellow nonprofit — there are many ways to partner with us and help strengthen community media in Union City.
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