Vanny Radio

Vanny Radio is a Coventry community station whose programmes are connected with participation, training and youth activity. Broadcasting began in 2014, and volunteers remain central to its radio and support work. Music and conversation are created for people from varied backgrounds, with the station seeking to reflect the cultural breadth of Coventry and its neighbouring communities.

Its programme makes room for different ages, including children, teenagers and young adults. Special events and themed broadcasts give young people opportunities to discuss subjects relevant to their lives and share their perspectives. The emphasis is on being heard and taking part, linking entertainment with conversation and information that responds to the audience's experiences.

Vanny's base in Foleshill also participates in Coventry's digital inclusion work: residents can access public devices, Wi-Fi and data support through the city's Cov Connects network. In July 2026, the organisation received support from the Made in Coventry Fund for creative activities including music production, broadcasting, storytelling and digital media, particularly for children and young people. These practical projects extend the station's youth participation beyond the programmes themselves.

Hands-on training helps volunteers develop the confidence and skills needed to create and support broadcasts. Vanny's wider work includes apprenticeships, community partnerships and activities relating to wellbeing, education and employment. These projects place the radio service within a broader local organisation, where learning and practical participation help bring additional voices into Coventry's community life.