This page contains information for editors on writing stories, partnerships, accessing Google analytics and crossposting.
Contents
- 1 Decentralized Publishing
- 2 So You Need an Image…
- 3 Stories to Write About
- 4 Tips for Crafting Headlines
- 5 Tips for Writing Leads
- 6 Tips for Writing Excerpts
- 7 Verifying Social Media Content
- 8 Style Guide
- 9 How to Write for GV
- 10 Crossposting to Advox and Rising Voices
- 11 How to Cover Breaking News
- 12 Roles and Responsibilities of Editors
- 13 Google Analytics
Decentralized Publishing
This guide explains when and how we publish a story in a non-English language before it is translated, sub-edited and published on Global Voices in English.
So You Need an Image…
Advice on finding images that we are allowed to use in our stories.
Stories to Write About
One of the most important things to keep in mind when writing a story is how it furthers Global Voices’ mission.
Tips for Crafting Headlines
Headlines are one of the elements that convince readers to click on a story and read.
Tips for Writing Leads
Leads should be no longer than 35 words. Peel your story down to the core, then write the lead.
Tips for Writing Excerpts
Excerpts are featured on the front page of our site and in sharing text across social media sites.
Verifying Social Media Content
It is important that we confirm that the user-generated content we use is authentic, original and from a trustworthy source.
Style Guide
This is a reference document for all authors, translators and editors to help the community ensure high editorial standards across the entire GV site.
How to Write for GV
This guide explains best practices for writing and reporting a GV story.
Crossposting to Advox and Rising Voices
If you have published an Advox or Rising Voices story on Global Voices and would like to publish it on the Advox or Rising Voices site, please follow this process.
How to Cover Breaking News
A guide on breaking news coverage, including best practices and ideas for follow-up stories in the days and weeks after news breaks.
Roles and Responsibilities of Editors
This document outlines the goals and responsibilities for editors working across all sites and subjects, as member of staff or volunteers.
Google Analytics
We track traffic on all Global Voices websites using Google Analytics. If you are a Lingua editor, ask the Lingua Director for access to your traffic stats. Global Voices in English is…
