Under the Sun

Our mission

A free, creative space for journalists

Under the Sun is a nonprofit newsroom built to publish bold reporting and multimedia—free to read, free to share, and rooted in community.

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How we work

We support journalists with an editorial home, thoughtful feedback, and a platform that reaches readers across seven categories.

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Publish

Stories that serve readers

We publish reporting and creative journalism across Earth, Arts & Entertainment, News, Sports, Audio, Photos, and Videos.

Clear standards and fact-checking

Strong headlines and story structure

Accessible formats for every reader

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A newsroom that mentors

We help writers and creators refine their work—from pitch to publication—so ideas land with clarity and care.

Editorial feedback and coaching

Ethics-first decision making

Respect for sources and communities

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Sustain

Funded by the community

Donations keep the site free and independent, and help us invest in the people doing the reporting.

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Reader-supported journalism

Long-term local impact

Meet the team

We’re editors, reporters, photographers, and producers working together to elevate new voices and publish work that matters.

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Avery Morgan

Editor-in-Chief

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Jordan Lee

Managing Editor

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Samira Patel

Photo & Visuals Editor

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Diego Rivera

Audio & Video Producer

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““Under the Sun gave me the space to take a real swing—editorial support when I needed it, and the freedom to tell the story the way it deserved.””

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