Write for us

We’re looking for stories that reveal the patterns beneath the headlines. Our journalism tracks “currents” – global trends that shape local communities – through character-driven narratives that connect dots across geographies and time.

What We’re Looking For

Stories that align with our currents:

Disinformation
Oligarchy
Tech Capture
Climate Crisis
Surveillance & Control
Shifting Identity
Armed Conflict
Rewriting History

While others follow headlines, we investigate underlying causes. We’re particularly interested in:

Stories that reveal emerging patterns
Narratives that challenge conventional understanding
Investigations that show how global trends affect local lives
Reporting that helps predict where these currents are heading

What Makes a Coda Story

Focuses on the “why” and “how” rather than just the “what” and “when”
Features strong characters and compelling narratives
Shows connections between seemingly unrelated events
Provides fresh perspectives on familiar issues
Offers insights that remain relevant beyond the news cycle

We Don’t Cover

Breaking news
Opinion pieces
Pure analysis without reporting
Single-event stories without broader context
Stories that don’t connect to our Currents

How to Pitch

Your pitch (maximum 300 words) should include:

A clear story premise
How it connects to one or more of our Currents
Why this story matters now
What patterns or trends it reveals
Your main characters and confirmed access
How the story connects local impact to global trends
Potential visual elements (photos, video, graphics)
A draft headline and subheading
Your relevant experience and clips

Formats We Commission

Feature investigations (2,000-3,000 words)
First-person narratives (“As Told To”)
Multi-platform stories (text + visual elements)
Stories suitable for adaptation to live journalism

Send pitches to [email protected]. Response time: 5 working days.

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