The Human Rights Observer welcomes original contributions that align with our mission: to expose human rights abuses, elevate underrepresented voices and deepen understanding of justice struggles worldwide. We invite pitches and completed pieces from journalists, human rights defenders, academics, lawyers and others with firsthand experience or expertise.
We publish news reports, investigative pieces, analysis, interviews and opinion essays related to civil liberties, political repression, social justice, migration and other global human rights issues.
What We’re Looking For
Our inhouse team produces field reporting, data-driven journalism, breaking developments and investigations with a human rights angle. Our team also interviews experts, activists, policymakers and survivors that offer depth and perspective. For the following formats, however, we do accept submission:
- Features & Analysis: In-depth, contextual pieces exploring current or historical issues.
- Opinion & Commentary: Well-argued, evidence-based essays offering insight, critique, or advocacy.
- Voices from the Ground: First-person narratives or dispatches from affected communities, frontline workers and grassroots leaders.
Submission Requirements
- Length:
- News reports: 600–1,200 words
- Features/analysis: 1,200–2,000 words
- Opinion pieces: 800–1,500 words
- First-person essays: 800–1,500 words
- Language: Clear, concise and accessible. We accept submissions in English, but are open to translated work if original context is relevant.
- Originality: Submissions must be original and unpublished elsewhere (including personal blogs and newsletters). We do not accept AI-generated or plagiarized content.
- Sourcing: All factual claims must be backed by credible sources. Please hyperlink sources where appropriate, or include citations in footnotes or endnotes.
- Tone: Serious, informed and respectful. We do not accept inflammatory, discriminatory, or partisan political writing.
How to Submit
Please send an email to panobserver@gmail.com with the subject line:
Submission – [Article Type] – [Your Name]
Include the following:
- A short pitch or a completed draft (Word or Google Doc format)
- A brief author bio (2–3 sentences)
- Links to previously published work (if available)
- Any relevant disclosures (e.g., affiliations, conflicts of interest)
Editorial Process
- We aim to respond to pitches within 3–5 business days.
- If accepted, your piece will be reviewed by our editorial team and may go through revisions for clarity, accuracy and alignment with our editorial standards.
- We reserve the right to decline submissions or request changes.
- We do not currently offer financial compensation for all contributions, but we prioritize elevating voices from underrepresented and frontline communities. Paid commissions may be offered for investigative or longform work depending on budget and topic.
Rights & Republishing
- Accepted articles are published under Creative Commons (CC BY-NC-ND) unless otherwise agreed.
- Authors retain ownership of their work but grant The Human Rights Observer the right to edit, publish and promote the article on our platforms.
- We welcome republication by non-commercial media with attribution.
Collaborate With Us
If you’re a human rights organization, researcher or publication interested in cross-posting, co-publishing or working together on a project, please reach out to panobserver@gmail.com.
Thank you for your interest in contributing to The Human Rights Observer. Together, we can amplify voices that demand justice, truth and accountability.
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