Introduction

b. Guiding principles

Community broadcasters are united by six guiding principles. We will work to:

• Promote harmony and diversity and contribute to an inclusive, cohesive and culturally-diverse Australian community
• Pursue the principles of democracy, access and equity, especially for people and issues not adequately represented in other media
• Enhance the diversity of programming choices available to the public and present programs that expand the variety of viewpoints broadcast in Australia
• Demonstrate independence in programming as well as in editorial and management decisions
• Support and develop local arts and music
• Increase community involvement in broadcasting.

Throughout the Codes, community broadcasting licensees are referred to as 'we' or 'our'. The terms are legally binding.