Arnella Barbara – KPFK – Candidate for LSB Paid Staff or Volunteer Team Member Rep

I am honored to seek the opportunity to serve KPFK and the communities it represents.

With more than a decade of experience in broadcasting, media production, community engagement, and public service, I bring creativity, dedication, and a strong commitment to the mission of independent media. As a producer, host, and DJ at KPFK 90.7 FM Los Angeles, I have had the privilege of working alongside programmers, volunteers, staff, guests, and listeners from many different backgrounds. Through these experiences, I have gained valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities facing community radio and nonprofit broadcasting today.

My professional background includes radio broadcasting, production design, education, event production, and community outreach. These experiences have taught me the importance of collaboration, communication, problem-solving, fiscal responsibility, and building meaningful relationships. I understand that KPFK’s greatest strength is its people—its listeners, volunteers, staff, programmers, and supporters.

If elected, I hope to bring a practical, community-centered perspective focused on strengthening listener engagement, supporting quality programming, encouraging volunteer participation, and helping KPFK build a sustainable future. I believe we must continue to grow our audience while remaining true to the values that make KPFK unique: free speech, independent journalism, cultural diversity, music, arts, education, and service to underserved communities.

I believe in transparency, accountability, respectful dialogue, and thoughtful decision-making. I am committed to listening carefully to different viewpoints and working collaboratively to find solutions that benefit the station as a whole. KPFK has played an important role in Los Angeles for generations, providing a platform for voices and perspectives often overlooked by mainstream media. I would be honored to contribute my experience, energy, and passion to help ensure that KPFK remains a vibrant, independent, and community-driven institution for years to come.

Thank you for your consideration and support.