GRAFENWOEHR, Germany — The American Forces Network (AFN) Bavaria, part of the U.S. Army Garrison, delivers radio news, information, and entertainment programming to U.S. military personnel, Department of Defense civilians, contract staff, and their families stationed overseas, including those aboard Navy and Coast Guard vessels, along with other authorized users in the USAG area.
AFN Bavaria does more than just play popular music. It focuses on the wider USAG Bavaria community, aiming to provide accurate information, entertainment, and support for community events.
By offering an information platform at no cost, AFN helps the community save money, time, and resources.
If you’re an AFN listener, you might wonder why the playlist changes frequently or what AFN’s role is in marketing and promoting your organization’s events.
Sgt. 1st Class Jaquetta Gooden, the station manager at USAG Bavaria AFN, addressed these inquiries and more.
What is the primary objective of AFN Bavaria?
AFN Bavaria is dedicated to delivering relevant and entertaining radio content to U.S. military personnel in the USAG Bavaria jurisdiction.
How does AFN Bavaria achieve its mission?
AFN Bavaria cultivates leaders and Soldiers who provide focused force protection and command information, along with news and entertainment to DOD personnel and their families throughout the USAG Bavaria area, supporting commanders in maintaining readiness and boosting morale by maximizing the reach of their messages.
How can organizations get air time on AFN radio?
Units and approved organizations within the USAG Bavaria footprint can submit a publicity request via www.myafn.net. Requests should ideally be submitted 30 days prior to an event, but if emergencies arise, organizations should contact AFN as soon as possible for assistance.
Additional Opportunities Provided by AFN Bavaria
AFN Bavaria can perform live broadcasts for certain events, although not all events warrant this service. The AFN team collaborates with organizations after a publicity request is submitted to ensure all questions are addressed. Additionally, AFN Bavaria creates radio commercials and newscasts focused on local events and training activities.
For more information, AFN Bavaria is based at Rose Barracks, Building 303. Their morning show airs weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m., with an afternoon segment from 2 to 6 p.m. Between these shows, listeners can tune into “The Joe Show,” a program tailored for Soldiers across Europe, originating from AFN Bavaria in Vilseck.
Local AFN frequencies can be found at AFN Europe Radio Frequencies. For inquiries, community members can contact AFN Bavaria at DSN 476-3172, CIV 09662 83 3172 or follow them on Facebook.
