- Global Voices has launched a new fundraising campaign to support its "Gender Diversity" Spotlight series.
- The project aims to report on global attacks against gender expression while amplifying underrepresented voices and highlighting resistance.
- The initiative addresses the rolling back of rights for trans, intersex, and non-binary individuals and the limitations of international media coverage.
The Need for Global Reporting
- Reports will explore the diverse forms of persecution facing gender-diverse people, including legislative targeting, restricted administrative options, and the enforcement of rigid masculinity.
- Global Voices critiques how international media often focuses only on wealthy nations or relies on stereotypes, ignoring unique cultural histories and the reality of global gender expression.
Fundraising and Stretch Goals
- The campaign seeks funding to support its newsroom, editors, and contributors during a broader global funding crisis.
- Donors contributing $25 or more will receive an eBook version of the completed Spotlight series.
- Funding milestones:
- $1,000: An additional "Undertones" column focused on narrative trends.
- $1,500: An online panel featuring experts, journalists, and analysts.
- $3,000: A podcast featuring interviews with contributors and editors.
- $10,000: One additional article from every regional team.
- $15,000: An additional "surprise" project designed to expand the scope of the theme.