Truth & Accuracy
Check the facts. Seek context. Treat accuracy as the beginning of responsible reporting.
The foundationA shared belief.
A shared belief.
A global perspective.
A network of journalists, broadcasters and writers working for media that informs with accuracy, independence and humanity.
South Asia & the United States
Our storyWomen-led beginnings.
Women-led beginnings.
A purpose without borders.
2015
A group of women journalists initiates GBF.
2018
The foundation is incorporated in Virginia.
The Global Beat Foundation began in November 2015, when a group of women journalists came together around a shared concern: how can journalism serve people better?
Incorporated in Virginia in 2018, GBF connects experienced media professionals in South Asia and the United States. Our purpose is to support thoughtful reporting, professional exchange and a wider range of voices in the stories that shape public life.
We believe that responsible journalism grows through practice, open discussion and a willingness to learn from one another.
Our work brings together the experience of writers, reporters, educators and broadcasters across languages and communities.
We create space for professional dialogue while developing learning and mentorship opportunities that respond to a changing media landscape.
Our guiding principlesPublic trust
Public trust
starts with principle.
The values that shape our conversations, professional connections and approach to learning.
Independence
Protect the freedom to question, investigate and report without outside influence.
Fairness & Impartiality
Consider evidence carefully and represent people and perspectives with fairness.
Humanity
Recognize that words and images affect real people, families and communities.
Accountability
Take responsibility, correct mistakes and remain open to scrutiny.
A community built on shared purposeExperience shared.
Experience shared.
Possibilities opened.
Our strength comes from people who bring different languages, disciplines and lived experiences to the same table.
LeadershipGuided by experience.
Guided by experience.
Connected by purpose.
Our board brings experience across print, digital media, broadcasting and education.
Nuzaira Azam
Asma Tirmizi
Ghazala Azam
Meriam Sabih
Nadeem Hotiana
Samina Mallick
Zafar Iqbal
Zafarul Azam
The people who make room for others
With gratitude to our volunteers.
Fatima Akhlaq, Fouzia Ishtiaq, Kanwal Bashir, Faiz Rehman, Firoza Salahuddin and Nausheen Baig.
A shared responsibilityThe next chapter
The next chapter
needs your voice.
Bring your knowledge, your experience or your support to a community working for a more informed world.
Find your place