Unlocking the Voice of America: A Look into its History and Impact We weren’t able to create a summary for you. Refresh your page to try again. In 2022, VOA celebrated 80 years on the air. Here's our video dedicated to the momentous anniversary. You can find a list of VOA Directors here. You can find out more about our past VOA Directors here. In 2022, VOA celebrated 80 years on the air. Here's our video dedicated to the momentous anniversary. You can find a list of VOA Directors here. You can find out more about our past VOA Directors here. VOA was established in 1942, during World War II. Building on American use of shortwave radio during the war, it initially served as an anti-propaganda tool against Axis misinformation but expanded to include other forms of content like American music programs for cultural diplomacy. VOA was established in 1942, during World War II. Building on American use of shortwave radio during the war, it initially served as an anti-propaganda tool against Axis misinformation but expanded to include other forms of content like American music programs for cultural diplomacy. VOA was established in 1942, during World War II.