Cable networks operate in many countries. Look for groups of TVs that are connected to each other by cables. Here are some examples:

Commercial Cable networks: Viewers pay a fee to be connected to the network, such networks could include many thousands of viewers. The Cable Operators are usually quite sensitive to the needs of their viewers and are constantly looking out for ways to improve their bouquet of channels in order to stay ahead of the competition! They usually pay monthly charges for the channels they show on their network.

How to get Cable Network operators to add Hope Channel:

• Ask viewers who subscribe to write every month on a postcard to their network operator, asking for Hope Channel to be added. If they don’t know about Hope Channel, give them the website address: www.hopetv.org or www.hopeafrica.tv
• Approach the Cable Operator, giving information about Hope Channel (write to us), including the fact that Hope Channel could be added to his bouquet of channels free of monthly charges.

• In some cases you or your church may want to donate the equipment to the Cable Network, if they are willing to add Hope to their network.

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Prisons, Hospitals & Universities: No fees are paid by viewers, and a limited number of channels are distributed by cable to lounges, wards, or other larger viewing rooms. Hope Channel educational programs may be of most interest to such organizations.

How to get such institutions to add Hope Channel:

• Decisions about adding new channels are usually made by the administration or owners, so you would need to approach them directly.
• Make an appointment with the administrator most likely to make the decision and show them a promotional DVD, or samples of our programs on a DVD or video tape.
• Give them a list of programs, highlighting those of an educational nature, which will help viewers with improving their health, giving up addictions, improving their outlook on life, learning to live with others, etc.
• Give them a sample of the contract which allows them to use Hope Channel free of charge.

Hotel Chains and Holiday resorts, timeshare, etc. All TVs are connected by cable to a central distribution point. Owners usually pay for the channels they show on their network.

How to get such organizations to add Hope Channel:

• Approach their Head Office, explaining how Hope Channel would improve the range of programs on their TV channels.
• Approach the hotel or holiday resort in your region, as above.
• Show them a promotional DVD, or samples of our programs on a DVD or video.
• Give them a sample of the contract which allows them to use Hope Channel free of charge.