14th December, 2019
By Sunday Akintola
Media companies around the world help shape public opinion, attitudes, and values by selecting and shaping what information is released. For example, the public sentiment, or a group’s attitudes about specific issues, can be impacted by the media.
The power of Media can influence the society, businesses and even governments, sometimes positively and sometimes negatively. This influence is applied through various means, such as, providing certain information, promoting decisions that can influence, helping to shape public opinion, attitudes and values, as well as developing and/or promoting political agendas for governments and for businesses.
There are however, certain Media companies and organizations which operate with pure intentions for the common good thus, setting a good example and a lesson, but more importantly, food for thought!
To unlock this lesson, there is need to take a look into AKTINA Productions, Inc., an organization that has shaped the Internet, for a good and a notable cause, through its Radio and Television media assets, AKTINA FM and AKTINA and, most impressively, successfully promotes the Hellenic culture, history and folklore to wide and diverse audiences globally. Utilizing the richness of culture, AKTINA also is exemplified for developing much cultural awareness for Greece and Cyprus through its unique live folk arts programs and musical performances which highlight the various representative aspects of the Greek music repertoire for the benefit of both Greek Americans and the general public.
AKTINA Productions, Inc., is a New York-based non-profit and tax-exempt 501 (c) 3 Media and Arts Cultural Organization. The organization promotes and showcases a variety of cultural activities and musical performances of Greek and Greek Cypriot origin. It was founded in June of 1993 with a mission to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of Greece and Cyprus in the United States through radio, television and live performances.
AKTINA Productions Inc. has been in the forefront not only for the promotion of the Hellenic culture and heritage, but also for showcasing aspects of the life and activities of the Greek American community. The organization produces a variety of cultural events every year, including music concerts, stage productions, and educational programs. These events attract diverse audiences from all corners of the Tri-State area of New York and beyond.
One of the central goals of AKTINA Productions, Inc., focuses in the creation of a harmonious co-existence among other cultures that make up New York City’s multi-ethnic and diverse society. In this respect, it seeks and fosters cross-cultural exchanges with other ethnic groups in order to promote a greater understanding of the Hellenic culture, history and folklore. In support of this goal, the organization has been collaborating and creating partnerships with other local non-profit cultural entities, organizations and institutions for the delivery and exchange of unique programs.
Through its various activities, the organization has been able to showcase the work of emerging, as well as of established Greek and Cypriot folk artists, including singers and musicians in New York City. Of much acclaim are AKTINA’s annual musical performances from the celebrated concert series, GREEK MUSIC JOURNEY (GMJ). The series, which mainly features internationally renowned stars from Greece, was introduced in 1994 and since then, over 30 concerts have been presented at landmark theaters such as, The Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center, The Town Hall and The Kaye Playhouse.
Overall, AKTINA Productions, Inc., plays a crucial role for providing a platform to local Greek and Greek Cypriot American singers, musicians and artists, as well as to artists who are invited from Greece to showcase their talent in the United States. Additionally, AKTINA helps to promote understanding and appreciation of the Greek and Cypriot culture, folklore and heritage among multi ethnic and culturally diverse audiences.
AKTINA Productions, Inc., is a distinct organization dedicated to utilizing and promoting the available modern technology and its relative applications in various industries and especially in the promotion of the Hellenic culture. The organization has also been aiming to bridge any gap that may exist between technology and society by fostering innovation, and creating a culturally advanced technological environment for individuals, businesses and the public in general.
Origins :
AKTINA Productions, Inc. was founded and established by visionary individuals who recognized the transformative power of technology and its role in shaping the future. They sought and brought together professionals, researchers, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts who helped drive the technological development and adapt it across industries. More importantly, AKTINA recognized the power of the Internet very early on and thus, was among the first to stream live radio.
Objectives :
The main objective of AKTINA Productions, Inc., is to promote the understanding of adopting and integrating technology in various sectors, while its primary mission is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of the cultural heritage of Greece and Cyprus. This is achieved by delivering radio and television programs, as well as live performances and activities that showcase the different aspects of Greek and Cypriot culture, folklore, music and literary arts, including unbiased news and information service through radio and television.
The organization also focuses on enhancing civic and cultural relations among diverse communities in New York City and beyond, while it also embraces local artists. Through its multi-faceted activities, AKTINA Productions, Inc. serves as a “Cultural Ambassador” for Greece and Cyprus and furthermore, for the common good, works to create connections and understanding between different ethnic communities and cultural traditions. Overall, AKTINA Productions, Inc., is fully committed to preserving and celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Greece and Cyprus and sharing it with the world with memorable programming which is delivered through the power of Internet technology and live activities.