Write for Jani — Contributor Guidelines

Quick answer: Jani welcomes original, genuinely useful how-to and public-service articles from knowledgeable contributors. We are an independent publisher and not a government body, so every submission must be accurate, clearly written and free of any claim of official status. Pitch your idea first via our contact page before writing a full draft.

Key takeaways

• What we publish: practical, original how-to and public-service guides for a Bangladeshi audience.
• What we value: accuracy, clarity, first-hand knowledge and plain language over keyword padding.
• Disclosure: any commercial interest must be declared; we do not accept disguised paid links.
• Not official: articles must never imply Jani is a government channel or issues official documents.
• How to pitch: send a short outline first via contact or partners@janibd.com.

What we are looking for

We publish guides that help readers complete real tasks: step-by-step how-tos, explainers on requirements and timelines, and practical answers to the questions people actually search for. The best submissions come from people who have done the thing themselves, or who work closely with it day to day and understand where readers get stuck. We favour clear structure, verified detail and plain language over padding, jargon and keyword-stuffing. If a reader can finish your article and confidently do the thing it describes, you have written the kind of guide we want.

Topics that fit Jani

• Everyday public-service and administrative how-tos, explained plainly and accurately.
• Documents, applications, fees and timelines — what to expect and how to prepare.
• Education, jobs and skills guidance with practical, followable steps.
• Consumer and digital know-how relevant to readers across Bangladesh.

If you are unsure whether a topic fits, ask first — a one-line pitch saves everyone time and helps us shape the angle before you invest hours in a draft.

Editorial standards for contributors

Every submission is checked against our published verification standards. In practice that means accurate, current facts; clear steps a reader can actually follow; no guarantees about official outcomes; and no copy that implies Jani issues documents or speaks for any authority. Where a topic touches law, money or personal circumstances, we ask you to include a plain note that the article is information only — not legal, financial or professional advice — and to point readers to official sources for their specific situation. We edit for accuracy, clarity and consistency, and we may ask for sources or revisions before publishing.

Originality and honesty

We publish original work only — no spun, duplicated or AI-padded filler, and nothing already published elsewhere. We also do not accept disguised advertising: we do not sell undisclosed or disguised paid links, and a contribution cannot be used as a vehicle for one. If you have any commercial relationship with a product or service you mention, tell us up front so we can either decline it or label it correctly in line with the FTC endorsement guidelines. Honesty about intent is the fastest route to getting published; hidden promotion is the fastest route to a decline.

How to submit a pitch

1. Send a short outline — the topic, the reader problem it solves and your relevant experience.
2. We reply if it fits, with scope, angle and any specific requirements.
3. You draft to our agreed brief; we edit for accuracy, clarity and style.
4. We publish once it meets our standards, with any disclosure clearly shown.

Pitch through our contact page or email partners@janibd.com. Please pitch before writing a full draft so we can save you unnecessary work.

What contributing does and does not include

Contributing is an editorial route, not an advertising one. It is not a way to place promotional links, buy coverage or reach our audience with a sales message — that is what advertising and sponsored content are for, and they are labelled accordingly. Genuine contributors help readers first, and any incidental link is there only because it genuinely helps the reader. Anything commercial is handled openly, separately and with a clear label, so the value of your byline as an expert is never confused with paid promotion.

Working with our editors

We see editing as a collaboration, not a gate. Expect straightforward feedback on structure, accuracy and tone, and questions where a claim needs a source or a step is unclear. We will not change your meaning without checking, and we credit contributors for genuine editorial work. Good contributors often become regulars, and we are happy to discuss ongoing arrangements once we have published successfully together and know your work meets our standards.

How to format a strong draft

Once your pitch is accepted, a few simple habits make a draft far more likely to be published quickly. Lead with the reader’s problem and answer it early, rather than warming up for several paragraphs. Break the process into clear, numbered steps that someone can follow in order, and put the most common questions near the end. Use plain words in place of jargon, and where a term is unavoidable, explain it the first time. Where a figure, fee or requirement can change, say so and tell readers to confirm the current position with the relevant official source. Include any sources you relied on so our editors can check them. Above all, write for a real person trying to get something done — that is the standard every Jani guide is measured against.

Our promise to contributors

We treat contributors fairly and honestly. We respond to pitches as promptly as we reasonably can, we are clear about scope and any arrangement before you write, and we do not sit on finished work indefinitely. We will never quietly insert paid promotion into your article, and we will never attach your name to a claim you did not make. If we cannot use a piece, we will say so plainly and, where we can, explain why, so the effort is not wasted next time.

Guest post topics we accept

We welcome how-to guest posts and contributor articles from writers with genuine expertise. Popular topics for a how-to guest post on Jani include:

• official processes and documents
• money and rights
• education
• everyday how-to guides

If your idea is a strong fit for our readers and is not already covered, we would like to hear it.

Guest post guidelines

To keep quality high, every how-to guest post must be original and unpublished, accurate and well-sourced, genuinely useful rather than promotional, and written in clear language. We edit accepted drafts to our standard and may add or adjust links for relevance. Purely promotional pieces are welcome too, but they run as clearly labelled sponsored content, not as an editorial guest post.

How to submit a guest post

1. Read these guest post guidelines and check we cover your topic.
2. Send a short pitch — working title, angle, why it helps our readers, and a line on your background — via our contact page.
3. On approval, send the draft; we review it for accuracy and fit.
4. We edit, schedule and publish, crediting you as a guest author.

About Jani and our standards

Jani is an independent publisher of plain-language how-to and public-service guides for readers in Bangladesh. We are not a government agency or official body, and we are not affiliated with, authorised by or endorsed by any government department or public authority. Our guides are researched, written and checked by our own team against published rules — you can read more on our about us page and see exactly how we verify our guidance. That editorial judgement is never for sale. Any commercial placement is labelled in line with the FTC endorsement guidelines, is kept clearly separate from our guidance, and is provided for information only — not legal, financial or professional advice. If you ever spot something that looks unclear or wrongly labelled, tell us and we will put it right.

Frequently asked questions

Do you pay contributors?

Arrangements vary by scope. Raise it in your pitch and we will be clear about what we can offer before you write anything.

Can I include a link to my site?

A relevant, disclosed link may be fine where it genuinely helps readers, but we do not sell or accept disguised paid links.

Do you accept AI-generated articles?

We publish original, human-checked work. We do not accept spun or AI-padded filler that adds no real value for readers.

Will my article claim any official status?

No. Jani is independent, and articles must never imply we are a government channel or that we issue official documents.

How long should a guide be?

Long enough to solve the reader’s problem completely, and no longer. We value clarity and usefulness over word count.

How do I pitch?

Send a short outline via the contact page or partners@janibd.com before drafting the full article.

Is contributing the same as advertising?

No. Contributions are editorial; anything promotional goes through advertising or sponsored content and is clearly labelled.

Do you accept how-to guest posts?

Yes — original, expert how-to contributions that genuinely help readers. Pitch first via our contact page; promotional pieces run as clearly labelled sponsored content, not editorial.

What are your how-to write for us guidelines?

Original, accurate, non-promotional writing edited to our standards. Send a short outline and a line on your background to pitch.

How do I submit a guest post to Jani?

Send a short pitch via our contact page with your working title, angle and background. We reply to how-to guest post ideas that fit our readers.

Do you accept how-to guest bloggers and contributors?

Yes — we accept how-to guest bloggers and contributing writers with real expertise. Become a contributor by pitching an original, non-promotional idea first.

What are your how-to guest post guidelines?

Original, accurate, well-sourced and genuinely useful writing, edited to our standard. Promotional pieces run as clearly labelled sponsored content.

What how-to topics can I write about?

We accept guest posts across official processes and documents, money and rights, education, everyday how-to guides and related how-to subjects. Pitch a specific, fresh angle.

Do you accept sponsored or paid guest posts?

Editorial guest posts are unpaid and earn a byline. Paid promotion is welcome as clearly disclosed sponsored content — ask about options.