Ràdio Cardedeu

Ràdio Cardedeu, established in 1979 in Cardedeu, Catalonia, Spain, is recognized as the first free and community radio station in Spain. It emerged during the Spanish Transition, aiming to promote local culture, participation, and independent journalism. The station operates as a non-commercial, volunteer-driven initiative, broadcasting a mix of local news, cultural programs, and music. It played a pioneering role in the movement for community media in Spain, influencing the establishment of similar stations nationwide.