Many Voices, Many Worlds: Critical Perspectives On Community Media In India

Rooted in years of fieldwork by scholars and practitioners, the chapters bring together multiple modes of community media—video, radio, theatre, information and communication technologies (ICTs), and new media—into a productive conversation about governance, policymaking, disability, knowledge, and other social markers. It shows how communities use their communicative practices to negotiate caste, class, gender, and access to funding and technology, revealing both constraints and transformative possibilities.

• Diverse media forms examined: video, radio, theatre, ICTs, and new media
• Fieldwork-based insights from researchers and practitioners
• Critical governance and policy perspectives with attention to disability, knowledge, caste, class, and gender
• Practical implications for community media practice, policy design, and funding models
• Interdisciplinary writing that blends theory with real-world case studies
• Supports interactive learning through case discussions and reflective prompts

Readers finish with a nuanced understanding of how community media can empower marginalized voices, influence policy, and strengthen democratic participation. The book offers practical frameworks for evaluating media ecosystems, designing inclusive projects, and inspiring responsible leadership in community communication.