Radio Lewisham is a diverse youth-led radio station giving a platform for all young people in the borough to share their views and creativity.
Going live from Lewisham Music’s HQ in Bellingham, Radio Lewisham aims to show that cutting-edge curation and youth-driven formats can answer a hunger for fresh, authentic sounds and stories, whilst elevating marginalised voices, promoting community engagement, local accountability, and cultural resilience.
Created by former Lewisham Young Mayor (2023-2024) Jentai Gen-One as part of his YM manifesto, Radio Lewisham features a range of shows, music genres (including music released by young artists themselves!), and topics that are chosen and broadcasted by Lewisham young people, and gives them the opportunity to improve their public speaking, debate skills, and highlight issues and events that impact their lives.
Tune in to Radio Lewisham live from wherever you are in the world - 24/7!
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Radio Lewisham’s fresh schedule of radio shows, created, curated, and presented by Lewisham’s young creatives. Check out what's coming up and tune in
Check out the schedule
Come and explore the diverse mix of radio shows at Radio Lewisham. Our epic team of young presenters have been hard at work creating, curating, producing and presenting the freshest shows, taking over the airwaves of Lewisham and beyond.
Radio Lewisham shows
“Being a musician from Lewisham, when it came to radio, there was no local station for me to get my music played and reach new audiences. Radio Lewisham is a game changer!”
Come and meet some of the team
Come and meet some of our epic team, find out more about who we are and why we exist.
Check out how you can get involved with Radio Lewisham and join the movement, whether you’re a young person looking to get your music out there, you have an idea for a show, you want some radio training, or you’re a school or youth organisation looking to create something – we can help.
Tune in to Radio Lewisham live from wherever you are in the world - 24/7!
Get radio ready with Radio Lewisham’s brand-new Radio Training sessions where you’ll have the chance to work with industry professionals from across the radio sector. Our free programme of radio training will provide you with a crash course in radio production, radio presenting and creating on-air content, and editing shows. This is a unique opportunity for young creatives aged 13-18, so come and take to the airwaves and develop your broadcasting skills.
We’re always looking for new shows! If you’re aged 11-30 interested in doing your own show then send us your ideas and we'll take it from there.
Young people and DJs can use the platform to share their pre-recorded music/mixes/shows.
Schools, colleges, and youth groups can create a show with their young people and/or share pre-recorded music, poetry, podcasts. Just send us some details and we'll take it from there.
Radio Lewisham is a safe space for all. We are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and prioritise experimentation, ambition, commitment, professionalism, learning and opportunity. We believe that every voice matters. We believe in ourselves and our community.
To be a part of Radio Lewisham’s programme all participants must agree to the following...
I will not say or do anything that could hurt, exclude or make someone feel unwelcome because of who they are - including discrimination based on sex, gender, sexual orientation, race, or identity.
I will help to create a safe space by keeping an open mind, withholding judgement and not laughing at people.
I will support myself and others to develop confidence by sharing knowledge and encouraging experimentation.
I will help to ensure that every voice is heard and listened to.
I will keep others safe by following all safety rules and instructions issued by Lewisham Music staff.
I will act in a professional manner, with commitment and aspiration.
Funder shoutout
Big shoutout to Elizabeth Legacy Fund who are supporting the development of Radio Lewisham via a two year funding grant!
The Elizabeth Legacy Fund was established by Sir Ian Mills, a distinguished resident of Lewisham, in memory of his wife Elizabeth, with the overall objective of supporting young people in need, the principal focus being on those in Lewisham.
