NPR (National Public Radio)

NPR (National Public Radio) is a mission-driven public media organisation that produces journalism and storytelling for a more informed public, reaching millions of Americans every day through a network of nearly 250 independent member stations. Programming is distributed on air across public radio stations, which together reach 99% of the U.S. population, and extends online through podcasts and digital news platforms. The organisation is supported by listeners rather than corporate interests, and states independence and integrity as operating principles.

Its work spans radio broadcasting, podcasting, digital media platforms, audio storytelling and news production. Public radio programming delivers daily news broadcasts through member stations; podcasts adapt audio programming to how audiences consume media beyond traditional radio; and digital platforms extend the journalism online. The member station network makes local stories national, national stories local, and global stories personal.

NPR employs thousands of journalists working across the United States and in international bureaus. Diversity, equity and inclusion are described as essential values, alongside public-service journalism and civic participation. The organisation continues to adapt its output to changing audience media consumption habits, with the stated goal of empowering listeners with knowledge.