The MeCCSA is the subject association for the field of media, communication and cultural studies in UK Higher Education, including film and TV studies, media production, journalism, radio, photography, creative writing, publishing, interactive media and the web; Membership is open to all who teach and research these subjects in HE institutions, via either institutional or individual membership. The Radio Studies Network brings together researchers in radio, podcasting, sound art and audio platforms from the UK and beyond. It encourages interested colleagues to join the discussion via their Facebook and Twitter sites.