¡Hola! My name is Gabriela Barzallo
I am an Ecuadorian-American bilingual journalist, documentary filmmaker, and media entrepreneur based between New York City and Latin America.
I was born and raised in Ecuador and moved to the U.S. in 2014 to chase my dream of becoming a journalist, a journey made possible by my immigrant mother’s resilience.
With a bachelor’s degree in Media, Culture, and Communication from New York University, I specialize in reporting that connects Latin America and the United States. I contribute to The Guardian, Al Jazeera, BBC Future, and El País, working in both English and Spanish. My stories have taken me to Brazil, Ecuador, Mexico, Colombia, the U.S., and deep into the Amazon rainforest, where I’ve explored human rights, environmental justice, reproductive rights, immigration, and global politics.
My reporting is fueled by the support of fellowships and grants from organizations such as the International Women’s Media Foundation, The Uproot Project, GRID-Arendal, the Solutions Journalism Network, One World Media, and the Google News Initiative. These opportunities have allowed me to delve deeper into critical stories that matter across borders.
Selected articles
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Selected articles 〰️
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Al Jazeera: ‘Modern-day slaves’ seek justice in landmark trial
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El Pais: ¿Puede la bioeconomía tomar el relevo al petróleo en la Amazonia?
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The Guardian: Stickers, soap and legal help: the rise of Mexico City’s ‘feminist markets’
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Al Jazeera: In Brazil, an abortion debate pits feminists against the church
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Al Jazeera: ‘The only way for us to survive’: The life of a New York City candy seller
Documentary journalism
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Documentary journalism 〰️
A toxic legacy
(Director)
This short documentary investigates three decades of pollution and government neglect in the Ecuadorian Amazon, rooted in Texaco Chevron’s operations. Thirty years later, amidst ongoing impunity, it sheds light on the profound effects on local communities and their enduring fight for justice.
(Currently in production)
Content Creation
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Content Creation 〰️
As a millennial journalist, I’m passionate about creating content for organizations and my personal brand, turning complex topics into accessible, shareable stories on TikTok and Instagram.
Consulting Services:
I work with NGOs and non-profits on projects involving translation, video production, storytelling, research, content creation, and audience growth across the U.S. and Latin America. Past and current clients include:
Media Entrepreneurship:
As a media entrepreneur, I founded LAT MEDIA, a digital media startup and production company dedicated to connecting stories between Latin America and the United States. I’ve participated in the Google News Initiative and the Craig Newmark Entrepreneurial Journalism Creators Program, focusing on innovative storytelling that bridges cultures.
