Offener Kanal Merseburg-Querfurt e.V. is a unique community television channel in Germany, operated as an association since 1997. The channel is celebrating its 20th year of broadcasting in 2018, based on the philosophy of "Citizens' Television".
The primary objectives of Offener Kanal Merseburg-Querfurt are to expand freedom of expression, promote local democracy, foster social integration, as well as provide political and cultural education. The channel offers a platform for anyone interested in collaboratively realizing their film projects.
To support public participation, Offener Kanal Merseburg-Querfurt provides free access to state-of-the-art equipment, including filming rooms, editing suites, a live studio, and an animation workshop. The channel also organizes training courses and workshops on videography and video editing to help newcomers contribute independent work to the channel.
Furthermore, Offener Kanal Merseburg-Querfurt carries out numerous media education activities in schools and extracurricular settings, aimed at raising awareness about youth media protection and active communication. They also organize regular holiday activities and learning groups such as the Trickfilm-AG, Medienmacher-AG, and user editing groups.
The programs produced by the public, without commercial intent, will be broadcast on the Offener Kanal Merseburg-Querfurt channel. The content can be viewed on cable television, via satellite with HbbTV, as well as in the live stream on the website okmq.de.
With the mission of "Citizens' Television," Offener Kanal Merseburg-Querfurt is a unique community television channel that creates opportunities for all citizens to participate in content production and empowers them through media.