Join Ariana Global News: Mobile Press Pass for Women Journalists
Your Mobile Phone Is Your Press Pass: Start Reporting for Ariana Global News
Ariana Global News is inviting girls and women across Afghanistan to join our volunteer journalism team. No experience is needed — only a mobile phone. We offer training, support, and a real platform that gets your stories seen around the world.
Reporting is no longer limited to big newsrooms. With a smartphone, curiosity, and the willingness to learn, you can report on the issues that matter in your community and send them to a global audience. We now publish directly to Google News, and many of our stories rank #1 worldwide. If your local reports are picked up by major international outlets, the opportunities grow even bigger.
Why join Ariana Global News?
- Accessible: All you need is a mobile phone and a desire to tell the truth about your community.
- Trained: We provide full training in citizen journalism, reporting techniques, and digital media.
- Visible: Our platform publishes to Google News and reaches international readers.
- Rewarding: Volunteers receive 30% of any sponsorships earned from their news category.
- Empowering: Girls and women can amplify their voices and shape the narrative about Afghanistan.
What we provide
We know that stepping into reporting can feel intimidating. That’s why Ariana Global News gives you practical tools and ongoing mentorship:
- Step-by-step training in gathering facts, interviewing safely, and verifying information.
- Mobile journalism tips: how to shoot clear video, record good audio, and write engaging headlines.
- Guidance on digital safety and protecting your identity when necessary.
- Editorial support and feedback to help your reports improve with each story.
- A direct route to publication through our platform, which feeds into Google News.
How to get started (simple steps)
- Message us to express your interest.
- Complete a short onboarding session via mobile-friendly lessons.
- Practice by submitting small reports from your neighborhood.
- Receive feedback, join a mentorship group, and publish your first story.
- Continue reporting, learn advanced skills, and share in sponsorship earnings.
These steps are designed to be flexible so you can learn at your own pace while continuing your everyday life.
What kinds of stories can you cover?
Every community has stories worth telling. Here are a few examples you can report with just your phone:
- Local events and community initiatives
- Education, health, and services in your area
- Human-interest stories about everyday people
- Environmental issues and local changes
- Cultural events, projects, and achievements of women and girls
You don’t need to cover major incidents to make an impact — consistent, clear reporting about everyday life builds trust and attracts attention.
Safety and respect
Your safety is our priority. Training includes ways to report sensitively and protect sources. If a story could put you or others at risk, we work with you to find safer ways to document and share the information. You decide what you are comfortable reporting.
How volunteers are supported financially
Volunteering with Ariana Global News is primarily about giving voice to your community, but it can also bring financial benefits. We allocate 30% of any sponsorship revenue tied to your news category to the volunteers who produce the reporting. When your work reaches international outlets, there may be even greater financial opportunities.
This model both rewards contributors and reinvests in grassroots journalism.
Your story matters. Your voice matters. The world is listening.
If you want your voice to reach the world, message us to join Ariana Global News today. Whether you are new to reporting or already share stories informally, we will help you turn your mobile phone into a real press pass.
Together, we can build a network of women reporters across Afghanistan who report responsibly, reach global audiences, and earn recognition for the stories that matter most.
Message us now and start your journey in citizen journalism with Ariana Global News — the world is waiting to hear from you.
