Introduction

This Partner Policy outlines the framework for no-cost partnerships for Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd, a news and media company dedicated to delivering credible, timely, and impactful journalism. The policy covers three partnership categories: Event Partner, Content Partner, and Reporting Partner. These partnerships aim to enhance journalistic reach, foster collaboration, and amplify impact without financial exchange, relying instead on in-kind contributions such as shared resources, promotional efforts, or data insights.

The policy is designed to align with Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s mission to provide accurate, diverse, and accessible news content while upholding ethical standards. All partnerships must comply with applicable laws, including India’s Press Council Act, data privacy regulations (e.g., DPDP Act 2023), intellectual property rights, and anti-discrimination policies. Transparency, mutual benefit, and accountability are core principles.

Key Principles
  • Mutual Benefit: Partnerships enhance visibility, credibility, or audience reach for all parties.
  • No Financial Obligations: No monetary payments or fees are involved; incidental costs (e.g., travel or equipment) are borne by respective parties.
  • Voluntary Participation: Partnerships are entered willingly and can be terminated with reasonable notice.
  • Performance Metrics: Success is measured through non-financial KPIs, such as audience engagement, content reach, or event attendance.
  • Review and Renewal: Partnerships are reviewed annually or upon significant changes, with clear renewal or termination processes.

This document serves as a customizable template for Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s no-cost partnerships, detailing eligibility, roles, responsibilities, benefits, governance, and termination procedures for each partner type.

Event Partner Policy
Definition and Purpose

An Event Partner collaborates with Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd to plan, promote, or execute events such as media conferences, panel discussions, webinars, or community journalism workshops. The purpose is to enhance event impact, diversify content, and engage broader audiences through shared networks and expertise, without financial compensation.

Examples of Event Partners include media associations, educational institutions, or NGOs that contribute speakers, promotional channels, or logistical support in exchange for branding and networking opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify as an Event Partner:

  • Demonstrated expertise in media, journalism, or a related field (e.g., minimum 2 years of verifiable activity).
  • Alignment with Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s values of integrity, inclusivity, and factual reporting.
  • No history of ethical violations, legal disputes, or negative publicity that could harm Navin Awaz’s reputation.
  • Capacity to provide in-kind contributions (e.g., speakers, promotion, or venues) without financial support.
  • Willingness to sign a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) outlining roles and expectations.
Roles and Responsibilities

Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s Responsibilities:

  • Coordinate event logistics, including venue (virtual or physical), registration platforms, and agenda development.
  • Provide branding guidelines, logos, and promotional materials to ensure consistency.
  • Acknowledge Event Partners in all event communications (e.g., press releases, social media, event signage).
  • Share post-event analytics (e.g., attendance, audience feedback, social media reach) within 30 days.
  • Ensure events comply with accessibility standards (e.g., subtitles for webinars, wheelchair access for in-person events).

Event Partner’s Responsibilities:

  • Provide specific in-kind support, such as:
    • Nominating credible speakers or moderators with expertise in journalism or related fields.
    • Promoting the event to their audience via newsletters, social media, or websites (minimum 5,000 impressions).
    • Supplying content assets, such as case studies, media kits, or video promos.
  • Adhere to Navin Awaz’s editorial standards and event code of conduct, avoiding promotional or biased content unless agreed upon.
  • Disclose conflicts of interest (e.g., involvement in competing events or media outlets).
  • Participate in at least two pre-event planning meetings and provide post-event feedback.
Benefits
  • For Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd: Access to expert speakers, wider audience reach, and enhanced event credibility, leading to increased engagement and brand visibility.
  • For Event Partners: Exposure to Navin Awaz’s audience, logo placement on event materials, and opportunities to establish thought leadership in journalism.
  • Shared Outcomes: Co-branded event highlights, joint press releases, and potential for future collaborations.
Governance and Monitoring
  • A Partnership Coordinator from Navin Awaz will oversee event planning and partner relations.
  • Bi-weekly check-ins during event planning to address challenges and align expectations.
  • Disputes resolved through mediation; unresolved issues escalate to senior management.
  • Intellectual property (e.g., event recordings, presentations) remains with creators but can be shared with attribution.
Termination and Exit
  • Partnerships can be terminated with 30 days’ written notice.
  • Immediate termination may occur due to ethical breaches, failure to meet responsibilities, or unforeseen circumstances (e.g., force majeure).
  • Post-termination: Remove partner branding from materials; share any pending analytics.
Content Partner Policy
Definition and Purpose

A Content Partner collaborates with Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd to create, distribute, or amplify content such as articles, videos, podcasts, or infographics. The goal is to enrich journalistic output, diversify perspectives, and expand audience reach without monetary exchange.

Examples include independent journalists, media startups, or research organizations that co-produce stories, cross-promote content, or syndicate materials to mutual audiences.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify as a Content Partner:

  • Proven expertise in content creation (e.g., portfolio with measurable impact, such as 10,000+ views or shares).
  • Audience alignment or complementarity with Navin Awaz’s readership (e.g., focus on news, culture, or social issues).
  • Commitment to original, high-quality content free from plagiarism, misinformation, or sensationalism.
  • Adherence to journalistic standards, including fact-checking, source verification, and inclusivity.
  • No involvement in content that violates Navin Awaz’s values (e.g., hate speech, unverified claims).
Roles and Responsibilities

Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s Responsibilities:

  • Provide editorial guidelines, content themes, and publication timelines.
  • Review and approve co-created content to ensure alignment with journalistic standards.
  • Promote partner content through owned channels (e.g., website, social media, newsletters).
  • Attribute contributions clearly (e.g., “Produced in collaboration with [Partner Name]”).
  • Track and share content performance metrics (e.g., views, shares, engagement) within 30 days.

Content Partner’s Responsibilities:

  • Contribute original content, such as:
    • Co-authored articles or opinion pieces.
    • Multimedia assets like videos, podcasts, or infographics.
    • Cross-promotion of Navin Awaz content to their audience (minimum 3,000 impressions).
  • Adhere to Navin Awaz’s editorial policies, including deadlines and style guides.
  • Disclose any potential biases or affiliations in content creation.
  • Participate in at least one planning call to align on content objectives.
Benefits
  • For Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd: Access to diverse content, expanded audience reach, and enhanced credibility through expert contributions.
  • For Content Partners: Exposure to Navin Awaz’s readership, co-branding opportunities, and potential for syndicated content to reach new markets.
  • Shared Outcomes: Increased engagement, cross-platform visibility, and opportunities for long-term content collaboration.
Governance and Monitoring
  • A Content Editor from Navin Awaz will oversee content partnerships.
  • Monthly check-ins to review content performance and plan future collaborations.
  • Disputes resolved through editorial review; escalation to management if needed.
  • Intellectual property rights for co-created content are shared, with usage rights granted to both parties for non-commercial purposes.
Termination and Exit
  • Partnerships can be terminated with 30 days’ written notice.
  • Immediate termination for breaches like plagiarism, misinformation, or ethical violations.
  • Post-termination: Remove partner attribution from content; share final performance metrics.
Reporting Partner Policy
Definition and Purpose

A Reporting Partner collaborates with Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd to share data, insights, or resources that enhance journalistic reporting, such as datasets, research reports, or access to sources. The purpose is to strengthen investigative journalism, improve story accuracy, and expand coverage without financial exchange.

Examples include research institutes, NGOs, or citizen journalism networks that provide data or local insights in exchange for attribution and shared visibility.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify as a Reporting Partner:

  • Access to credible, verifiable data or sources relevant to Navin Awaz’s reporting priorities (e.g., social issues, policy, or culture).
  • Commitment to transparency in data collection and sharing (e.g., methodology disclosure).
  • No affiliations that compromise journalistic independence (e.g., political or corporate lobbying).
  • Capacity to provide in-kind contributions, such as datasets, expert interviews, or field reports.
  • Willingness to sign an MoU outlining data-sharing protocols.
Roles and Responsibilities

Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s Responsibilities:

  • Provide guidelines for data usage, reporting standards, and publication timelines.
  • Verify and fact-check partner-provided data before use in stories.
  • Attribute Reporting Partners in published stories (e.g., “Data provided by [Partner Name]”).
  • Share story impact metrics (e.g., readership, policy influence) within 30 days.
  • Protect sensitive data in compliance with privacy laws (e.g., anonymizing sources).

Reporting Partner’s Responsibilities:

  • Provide reliable data, insights, or access to sources, such as:
    • Datasets (e.g., CSV files with clear documentation).
    • Expert interviews or field reports.
    • Local perspectives from underrepresented communities.
  • Ensure data accuracy and disclose any limitations or biases.
  • Promote Navin Awaz stories that use their contributions (minimum 2,000 impressions).
  • Participate in at least one consultation to align on reporting goals.
Benefits
  • For Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd: Enhanced reporting depth, access to exclusive data, and stronger investigative stories.
  • For Reporting Partners: Visibility through story credits, association with credible journalism, and potential policy impact.
  • Shared Outcomes: Amplified social impact, increased trust in journalism, and opportunities for joint projects.
Governance and Monitoring
  • A Data Editor from Navin Awaz will oversee reporting partnerships.
  • Quarterly reviews to assess data quality and story outcomes.
  • Disputes resolved through consultation; escalation to legal counsel if needed.
  • Data ownership remains with the provider; Navin Awaz retains rights to published stories.
Termination and Exit
  • Partnerships can be terminated with 30 days’ written notice.
  • Immediate termination for breaches like falsified data or ethical violations.
  • Post-termination: Cease data usage; share final story metrics.
General Provisions
Confidentiality
  • Partners must respect confidentiality of unpublished content, data, or event details.
  • Non-disclosure agreements may be required for sensitive collaborations.
Intellectual Property
  • Each party retains ownership of their contributions (e.g., logos, datasets, articles).
  • Usage rights for co-created materials are granted for non-commercial purposes with attribution.
Dispute Resolution
  • Disputes are resolved through good-faith negotiation, followed by mediation if needed.
  • Legal escalation only as a last resort, governed by laws in India.
Amendments
  • This policy may be updated with 30 days’ notice to partners.
  • Significant changes require mutual consent for ongoing partnerships.
Contact

For inquiries, contact Navin Awaz News Media Pvt Ltd’s Partnership Coordinator at hello@navinawaznews.com.