Demonstrating Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion, 6abc and Entercom Become ADL’s Official Media Partners in Philadelphia

  • May 9, 2018

Philadelphia, PA, May 7, 2018 … The Anti-Defamation League (“ADL”) today announced 6abc and Entercom as ADL’s official media partners in Philadelphia. 6abc will serve as ADL’s official television partner, and Entercom, which owns CBS Radio, will serve as ADL’s official radio partner. Through this partnership, 6abc and Entercom will support and promote ADL programs and events in the region, including ADL’s Walk Against Hate® on June 3rd.

“As official media partners, 6abc and Entercom will help advance ADL’s mission, ‘to secure justice and fair treatment to all,’ throughout eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and Delaware,” said Nancy K. Baron-Baer, ADL Regional Director. “Every day, ADL works to make our region more inclusive through advocacy, education, special community events like the Walk Against Hate and much more. Thanks to the support of 6abc and Entercom, many more people in the region will hear our important message and learn about our impactful work. We thank 6abc and Entercom for demonstrating their commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in the Philadelphia region by becoming ADL’s official media partners.”
 
“The Anti-Defamation League’s impact on the community is broad and far-reaching, and we’re honored to call them a longtime partner of 6abc.”  says Bernie Prazenica, President and General Manager of 6abc.  “Now more than ever, it’s important for our communities to build unity through great causes like the Walk Against Hate, and we’re thrilled to be a part of it.”
 
“We are proud to partner with the ADL on the Walk Against Hate and other initiatives throughout the year in our local community,” echoed David Yadgaroff, Senior Vice President and Market Manager for Entercom Philadelphia. “Since its inception, the ADL has envisioned an America where those who seemed different were not targets of discrimination and threats, but were equals, worthy of shared opportunity and a place in the American dream, and we are committed to helping make that a reality.”

6abc and Entercom will kick off their partnerships by promoting ADL’s 8th Annual Walk Against Hate on June 3rd at the Navy Yard in Philadelphia. The Walk brings together thousands of people from across the region to celebrate diversity and challenge bigotry. Visit www.WalkAgainstHate.org to learn more and register.

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The Anti-Defamation League was founded in 1913 to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all.  Today it is the world’s leading organization combating anti-Semitism, exposing hate groups, training law enforcement on hate crimes, developing anti-bias curricula for students, countering cyber-hate and relentlessly pursuing equal rights for all. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@ADLPhiladelphia)

6abc Action News is the #1 local news brand in the tri-state, and the undisputed news leader for more than 35 years.  6abc.com, the official website of Action News, is also the #1 local TV news website in the market. WPVI-TV is the ABC-owned station serving the Delaware and Lehigh Valleys.

Entercom Communications Corp. is a leading American media and entertainment company reaching and engaging over 100 million people each week through its premier collection of highly rated, award winning radio stations, digital platforms and live events. As one of the country’s two largest radio broadcasters, Entercom offers integrated marketing solutions and delivers the power of local connection on a national scale with coverage of close to 90% of persons 12+ in the top 50 markets. Entercom is the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content and the nation’s unrivaled leader in news and sports radio. Learn more about Philadelphia-based Entercom at www.entercom.com, Facebook and Twitter (@Entercom).