Zamaneh Media is an independent Persian language media organisation in exile based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Our mission is rooted in the freedom of expression, guiding our democratic pursuit to enable access to uncensored experiences, information and news from the realities in which they take place. Focusing primarily on Iran, its region and diaspora, our team is united through this mission, seeking to amplify the voices and topics less explored.
Our Platforms
Radio Zamaneh
Born out of an initiative led by Iranian journalists and Free Press Unlimited after a motion in the Dutch parliament, Radio Zamaneh was formed in 2005 and registered as a non-profit in 2006 to support the development of media plurality in Iran (and other Persian speaking countries). Since then, Radio Zamaneh has operated as an independent media platform serving to inform and create awareness about a multitude of subjects in Iran and its surroundings through an impartial lens. A space for alternative voices missed in mainstream media, Radio Zamaneh accents topics concerning human rights, labor rights, the LGBTIQA+ community, women and ethnic minorities such as Kurdish and Baluch people. A radio broadcaster until 2017, Radio Zamaneh has since carried on its name as an online news medium for Persian speakers inside and outside Iran.
Daadkhast
Daadkhast, is recognized as the first secure digital petitioning platform in Iran. Set up in 2019, Daadkhast’s purpose is to empower Iranian citizens by providing a space where they can transform their grievances – big or small – into a collective call to action. The platform encourages citizens to engage in constructive dialogue about justice and accountability through the practice of petitioning. Daadkhast promotes petitioning as a key practice for raising awareness about citizens’ rights and moving forward in the understanding of justice.
Tribune Zamaneh
Radio Zamaneh’s citizen journalism counterpart, Tribune Zamaneh (created in 2013), extends Radio Zamaneh’s values, encouraging the average citizen to share perspectives missed by mainstream media. Through the collection and discussion of grassroots content, Tribune Zamaneh seeks to develop an inclusive understanding of Iran on a wide range of topics.
Our Organisation
Zamaneh Media is made up of a network of more than 30 journalists, media professionals and other staff scattered across the globe.
For all institutional matters, press coverage requests, or issues concerning exiled media and media development, please contact the Co-Executive Director:
director [at] radiozamaneh [dot] com
For any editorial inquiries, please contact the Editorial Committee:
editor [at] radiozamaneh [dot] com
To read Radio Zamaneh’s Editorial Charter, click here.
