The AWB News Features desk is looking for true, lived experiences — the human stories behind the headlines. If something has happened to you, or you’ve witnessed something worth telling, we want to hear it.
We publish two kinds of stories in this section:
To help our editors review your story effectively, please include:
What happened, when, and where: A clear account of the events, timeline, and location of your story.
Your connection to the story: Explain if this happened to you, a family member, or a community you belong to.
Supporting material (optional): Any photos, documents, or additional context that helps tell your story.
Name preference: Whether you’d like to be named, or published under a pseudonym.
Stories can be submitted in draft or rough form — our editors will work with you to shape it for publication. You do not need to be a writer or journalist to submit.
Unlike our investigative tip line, Features submissions are not anonymous by default — we usually need to verify identity and may want to follow up with you. However:
Your rights as a contributor:
Your Rights: You may request to be published anonymously or under a pseudonym. We will never publish identifying details without your consent. You can withdraw your story at any point before publication. Your privacy is our priority.
If your story involves sensitive, classified, or whistleblower-type information rather than a personal experience, please use our Secure Whistleblower Portal instead.
Stories can be submitted in draft or rough form — our editors will work with you to shape it for publication. You do not need to be a writer or journalist to submit.
Write what happened, when, and where. Include your connection to the story.
Decide whether to be named, use a pseudonym, or remain anonymous.
Add any photos, documents, or supporting context (optional but helpful).
Email your submission to our Features desk for review and follow-up.
Send your story, along with any supporting material, to our Features desk:
or email us directly at features@theawbnews.com
⚠️ Please include a clear subject line such as “Real Life Story Submission” so we can route your message to the right desk.
Submission does not guarantee publication. All stories are reviewed for accuracy, public interest, and editorial fit.
The AWB News reserves the right to edit submissions for clarity and length, in consultation with the contributor where possible.
All submissions are subject to review. The AWB News is committed to ethical journalism, accuracy, and protecting the dignity and privacy of every contributor.
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