About Zalla
Zalla is an independent media and intelligence platform documenting culture, power, opportunity, and women's futures across SWANA and the diaspora — the Arab world, Iran, Afghanistan, Kurdistan, and beyond. We publish in English, Arabic, and Persian/Dari.
What We Publish
- Articles — Long-form reporting and essays on culture, identity, power, and the women shaping the region.
- Podcasts — Conversations with leaders, founders, and changemakers from Cairo to Tehran to Kabul to the diaspora.
- Films — Documentary and visual storytelling that centers women as authors of the region's future.
- Voices of Resilience — Profiles of remarkable women under 25 building what comes next.
- Opportunities — A curated board of grants, fellowships, residencies, and jobs for women across SWANA.
Our Mission
We believe every woman's story matters. Zalla exists to break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and build bridges across SWANA through rigorous, independent storytelling. Whether you're in Casablanca, Cairo, Riyadh, Tehran, Kabul, or the diaspora — this is your platform.
For Creators
Writers, photographers, podcasters, and filmmakers across the region can pitch work, contribute to Zalla, and build an audience. Learn more →
Available in Multiple Languages
Zalla publishes in English, Arabic (العربية), and Persian/Dari (فارسی / دری). We're committed to making our journalism accessible to women across the region in their own languages.