The Office of Public Affairs of the International Broadcasting Bureau is responsible for publicizing in the United States the work and mission of the IBB. The IBB broadcast elements include the Voice of America (VOA), which is on the air in 45 languages daily; the Office of Cuba Broadcasting (OCB), under which are Radio Marti and TV Marti; the Office of Engineering and Technical Services, providing engineering and broadcasting support for all U.S. government non-military broadcasters; and a number of other support elements within IBB.

To support the daily broadcast activities of VOA and OCB, the Office of Public Affairs handles all media relations and inquiries as well as escorting visiting camera crews from outside news organizations, arranging interviews with broadcasters and staff, writing editorials to promote IBB activities or to respond to public comments made about IBB, and arranging newsmaker news conferences for visiting officials of foreign governments. The Office's staff also writes press releases, issues media advisories, and conducts other promotional activities to heighten awareness of IBB.

The Office of Public Affairs has launched a new Studio Tour that is open to the Public. Tours begin promptly at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday from the Independence Avenue entrance (excluding Federal holidays). Make reservations through our online reservation and ticketing site or call (202) 203-4990.

The Office of Public Affairs also offers Public Affairs Internship positions. More information can be found here: http://www.voanews.com/english/About/2006-08-09-interns.cfm

For additional information, please visit our web site at www.VOANews.com or call 202.203.4959 for additional information.