New dawn and new name for Wolverhampton radio station as it gets set to broadcast full time
A radio station working to serve the community has launched a new name and a new brand as it prepares to broadcast on a full-time schedule.
The team behind Ramadan Radio Wolves have worked to rebrand the station as Imaan One as it enters its seventh year of broadcasting.
The launch of the new station yesterday (February 18) also marked a move towards broadcasting 24 hours a day, seven days a week, having previously broadcasted under a limited licence during Ramadan. It means the station has transitioned from a Ramadan-only schedule to a full-time, 24/7 broadcast on DAB across Wolverhampton and Walsall, as well as live streaming on Facebook, YouTube and online.
The station managers at Imaan One said Ramadan would remain a cornerstone of its output, but under the new identity of the station, its faith-inspired, educational, cultural, and community-focused programming will reach listeners well beyond the month of Ramadan.
From today until March 15, Imaan One will deliver an expanded schedule that champions diversity, dialogue, inspiration, reflection and community connection, including shows for youth, wellbeing, business, identity, culture, religion, sports and cuisine.
A spokesman for the station said: "Our schedule reflects the diversity of our audience and provides practical guidance, inspiration and connection for listeners of all backgrounds.
"We believe this story will resonate with the residents in Wolverhampton, especially given the station’s local impact, community partnerships, including Compton Care, involvement of local voices and influencers such as Farida Khalifa, and programming across multiple languages.
"We are especially proud this year to welcome and celebrate the Nigerian community in Wolverhampton, including recognition of their first mosque in Low Hill, and to share spiritual and cultural heritage through language-inclusive broadcasts."
Imaan One’s content will be delivered in multiple languages to ensure accessibility and representation for all, with station manager Alvina Ali saying she was very excited about the journey ahead.
She said: "The launch of Imaan One marks an exciting new chapter in our journey.
"Transitioning from a Ramadan-only station to a full-time DAB broadcaster means we can offer consistency, continuity and ongoing support for our listeners throughout the year.
"While Ramadan remains central to our ethos, we are committed to providing meaningful, community-focused content every day.”
Director Khalid Parvez said: "We are delighted to introduce a range of new shows and partnerships that truly reflect our community’s voice.
"With volunteer presenters from across Wolverhampton and Walsall, and contributions from local influencers and organisations, Imaan One will continue to uplift, inform and bring people together.
"Whether you’re seeking inspiration, reflection, education or entertainment, tune in for connection and community all Ramadan long and beyond."
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