Join the Newsreel Asia Community: Journalism That Serves People, Not Politics
We invite you to join a purposeful and mutually beneficial membership program – the Newsreel Asia Community. Your voice can become part of the change you want to see.
Across India and South Asia, the rise of authoritarianism, sectarianism and corruption is reshaping the media and societies. Divided by ideology, the media struggles to bring people the truth. In this divisive environment, can change happen without confrontation? Newsreel Asia was created to prove that it can.
At Newsreel Asia, we tell stories that build empathy and understanding. Our narrative journalism focuses on how events affect ordinary people, not just political actors.
We believe political ideologies exist to serve people’s wellbeing — and that no ideology should be defended, promoted or opposed at the cost of overlooking people’s wellbeing or suffering.
We have stayed true to this belief for four years — years that have been both exciting and challenging.
Advertising and paywalls are no longer reliable sources of revenue. Paywalls also block access and limit the spread of stories. While we have been able to tell stories and reach readers widely, building sustainable revenue remains challenging.
But that is not the only reason we are launching this membership program. We aim to create a relationship where you benefit too.
We understand how hard it can be to speak freely today, whether online or in personal conversations. This membership gives you a platform to engage with news, share your opinions constructively and be heard without confrontation.
You can take part in three ways we provide:
One, by having a say in the choice of stories we pursue.
Two, by writing for our WE-E The People blog, which is launching on May 3, 2025. “WE-E” stands for Wise, Empathetic and Engaged Citizens.
Three, by being equipped to share your concerns with fellow citizens and speak truth to power through social media and online public events. Of course, we’ll offer regular training in mass communication to those who are interested.
In return, your support helps us tell more stories, reach more people and stay independent.
Our strength lies in our diversity. Our women-majority editorial team comes from a wide range of regions, religions and backgrounds, keeping our stories real and reflective of India’s complexity.
This membership is for those who believe journalism should unite, not divide, and that citizens should be vocal without being confrontational. It is more than a subscription — it is a way to be part of something larger.
Membership Tiers: Choose Your Role
Patrons (₹60,000/year): Join online editorial meetings every two months, suggest story ideas every six months (as per editorial policy), share regular suggestions for text and video stories, attend exclusive events, get behind-the-scenes access and receive our weekly newsletter.
Supporters (₹30,000/year): Join editorial meetings every three months, suggest story ideas once a year, share regular suggestions for text and video stories, attend select events and receive the newsletter.
Friends (₹12,000/year): Join editorial meetings every six months, suggest one story a year, get event invitations, share regular suggestions for text and video stories, and receive the newsletter.
Associates (₹6,000/year): Join one editorial meeting a year, share regular suggestions for text and video stories, receive event invitations, and receive the newsletter.
Contributors (₹3,000/year): Receive event invitations, share regular suggestions for text stories, and receive the newsletter.
Well-Wishers (₹1,000/year): Receive event invitations and the newsletter, and share regular suggestions for text stories.
Your membership matters. It helps us stay independent and focused on stories that inform, inspire and connect. If you’re interested, write to us at [email protected] and we’ll walk you through the process.
Best regards,
Newsreel Asia