What is the Eurovision Broadcasting Union?

The Eurovision Broadcasting Union (EBU) is an alliance of public service media organizations, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It was founded in 1950 with the aim of promoting cooperation and collaboration between European broadcasters, and today it has 115 member organizations from 56 countries across Europe and beyond.

The EBU is best known for organizing the annual Eurovision Song Contest, which has been broadcast since 1956 and is one of the longest-running television programs in the world. The contest is known for its extravagant performances, national pride, and occasional controversy.

However, the EBU is much more than just the Eurovision Song Contest. It provides a range of services to its members, including legal and technical support, news exchange, sports rights management, and cultural exchange programs. It also represents the interests of public service broadcasters in international organizations such as the United Nations and the European Union.

The EBU is committed to promoting public service broadcasting and upholding the values of democracy, diversity, and innovation. It believes that public service media plays a vital role in informing, educating, and entertaining audiences, and in fostering a sense of community and shared identity across Europe.