Join a network of schools committed to global citizenship.
Since 2015, we’ve helped young people worldwide become active global citizens through journalism. Our mission: Young People Informed, Connected, Empowered.
In a world of disinformation and overwhelming media, News Decoder helps young people anywhere cut through the noise, think critically and find their voice. Using journalism as both a tool and a lens, our team of professional journalists and educators help students better understand the world and develop the skills, knowledge and mindset to play an active role in making it a more sustainable, peaceful and equitable place.
With a focus on real-world learning and cross-border exchange, our distinctive experiential approach will engage your students in standout educational encounters which:
- Deepen their understanding of global issues and interconnectedness.
- Bolster their critical thinking, reflection and problem-solving skills.
- Develop their multimedia communication skills and confidence to communicate effectively and with purpose.
- Build their media literacy and alertness to misinformation and bias.
- Open their minds to different lived experiences and shared universal values.
- Enable them to evolve a global citizenship outlook and a solutions-oriented mindset.
You can read more about our educational approach and its relationship to global citizenship here.
Learn about:
- What the school program is
- Partner school profiles
- What our partners are saying
- What’s included
- Becoming a member
Partner school profile
Since 2015, News Decoder has partnered with nearly 90 schools in 26 countries across five continents. These schools share a commitment to international education, critical thinking and preparing students for an interconnected world. Our programs are are open to any school in the world. Many of our partners have one or more of the following features in common:
- an international outlook or commitment to global citizenship
- global studies or experiential education programs
- an IB Diploma Programme with a Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS) requirement
- journalism or media classes, clubs or programs
- an openness to innovative educational methods.
Our program can also be adapted for youth groups, study groups and home-schoolers. Please get in touch using the form below to discuss your specific needs.
What our partners are saying
I never believed that my voice would make such an impact, but News Decoder has made this a reality.
Working with News Decoder has been eye-opening. It helped me understand there are other ways to look at issues beyond the simple binary of right and wrong. I deeply appreciate having had the opportunity to learn from them.
Working with News Decoder has taught me to write concisely for a global audience when reporting on complex topics. Tackling global issues from the perspective of a journalist has also give me additional insight into international affairs that complements my studies.
News Decoder provides our students with an opportunity to engage in local and global issues in an authentic way. Through publishing their own work, working with experts in the field or collaborating with other students from around the world, News Decoder has proven to be an
invaluable resource.
The whole point of News Decoder is to make [writing and news] really accessible and to ask the big questions. Why does something matter? Why does a topic matter? That’s something that I’ve kept over all these years.
I was so attracted to [working with] News Decoder, because the students are experiencing first-hand these steps in the reporting process, rather than just reading about being a journalist. They are naturally asked to be curious about something they’re interested in, and follow that line of inquiry.
My main takeaway was that topics deserve discourse from different voices. It’s important for global perspectives to enter our school and educational spheres. What struck me was, whether we were talking about nationalism or climate change, students from different schools talked about similar concepts, but approached the discussion from a very local, student perspective.
What is extremely convenient about News Decoder is it is flexible. Students can adapt pieces they’ve worked on for their classes or use this outlet to publish on any other topics of interest. This gives them the chance to drive their own learning while honing their critical thinking and communication skills.
What’s included
Workshops
Learn journalism skills directly from a professional correspondent or member of News Decoder’s editorial team in tailored workshops delivered virtually or, where available, in-person. Choose from pitching, reporting, interviewing, writing, media literacy and podcast creation.
Multimedia Content Production
Experience life as a journalist by pitching your story idea to our editorial team. They will guide you through researching, reporting, drafting and revising your story to create publishable content. This may be as a classroom assignment; as part of a cross-border collaboration; to submit to our Storytelling Contests; or to fulfil the Creativity, Activity, Service component of the IB Programme.
Cross-School Collaboration
Participate in illuminating collaborations with students across the globe and deepen your intercultural understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives and shared values. In partnership with a paired school from our global community, each student team identifies topics, conducts research and reporting, presents their findings and co-produces multimedia packages to showcase their work.
Mentoring
Benefit from one-on-one mentoring by a professional journalist who will support you to develop your story idea for publication on News Decoder’s award-winning website. We offer personalized feedback that challenges students to consider diverse perspectives, check their biases, consult experts and identify solutions.
E-Learning Courses
Enjoy exclusive access to our E-Learning library, which includes 30-minute courses developed by professional journalists on reporting, drafting, media literacy and podcast creation.
Public Webinar Series
Explore the world’s most pressing global issues through our public Decoder Dialogues webinar series. Share your voice and expertise on topics such as mental health, democracy and artificial intelligence side-by-side experts in the field.
Become a member
Membership fees
Schools pay a fee that corresponds to the membership level that best suits their needs.
News Decoder is committed to extending the diversity of our academic network by partnering with public and private schools in all parts of the world. We recognize that our fees may stretch the means of some schools and offer financial aid options.
Start your school membership
Tell us about your school, students and educational goals in the form below. A News Decoder team member will respond to set up a call about how we might work together.