Claudia Curiel Appoints Fernanda Tapia as Director of Radio Educación; Promotes Gender Equity
Radio Education Welcomes New Director, Fernanda Tapia
Mexico City, Mexico – In a move aimed at strengthening Mexico’s public media landscape, Claudia Curiel de Icaza, secretary of Culture, announced Fernanda Tapia as the new Director General of Radio Educación.
Tapia, a seasoned media professional with 40 years of experience, will lead the station as it approaches its centennial anniversary. Curiel de Icaza expressed confidence in Tapia’s ability to ”foster and disseminate Mexico’s educational, cultural, and artistic expressions through radio.”
“I trust that Fernanda will be able to take on the challenges of promoting a work with a gender outlook and consolidating a system of public media at the service of the audiences,” Curiel de Icaza stated on Twitter, where she also shared a photo of Tapia.
Tapia’s appointment follows the tenure of Jesús Alejo Santiago, who Curiel de Icaza praised for bringing a “critical gaze to cultural journalism” during his time at Radio Educación.
This leadership change comes as Mexico’s cultural institutions continue to evolve and adapt to the changing media landscape. Radio Educación, a cornerstone of Mexican public broadcasting, plays a vital role in providing access to facts and promoting cultural understanding.
Radio Educación Embraces a New Era with Fernanda Tapia at the Helm
Mexico City, Mexico - fernanda Tapia, a media veteran with four decades of experience, has been appointed as the new Director General of Radio Educación. This declaration by Claudia Curiel de Icaza, Secretary of Culture, marks a significant moment for Mexico’s public media landscape as Radio Educación prepares to celebrate its centennial anniversary.
Expressing her confidence in tapia’s abilities, Curiel de Icaza stated, “I trust that Fernanda will be able to take on the challenges of promoting a work with a gender outlook and consolidating a system of public media at the service of the audiences.”
Tapia’s appointment follows the tenure of Jesús Alejo santiago, whose contributions to Radio Educación were acknowledged by Curiel de Icaza for fostering “a critical gaze to cultural journalism.”
This leadership transition comes at a crucial juncture for Mexico’s cultural institutions as they navigate the evolving media surroundings. As a cornerstone of Mexican public broadcasting, Radio Educación remains a vital platform for disseminating information and nurturing cultural understanding.
Tapia’s extensive experience is expected to guide Radio Educación into its next chapter, ensuring its continued relevance and impact in the years to come.