Guidelines for Aware Pakistan Authors and Contributors

At Aware Pakistan, we aim to empower voices that challenge the status quo and provide space for narratives that often go unheard. To maintain our standards of quality and integrity, we request all contributors to adhere to the following guidelines:

General Submission Guidelines

  1. Originality: All submissions must be original and unpublished. Plagiarism, including self-plagiarism, is strictly prohibited.
  2. Tone and Style: Write in a journalistic and professional tone. Avoid jargon and keep the language clear, concise, and accessible.
  3. Word Count: Articles should be between 800 and 1500 words to align with SEO best practices and engage readers effectively.
  4. Structure:
    • Use headings and subheadings to break down content.
    • Begin with a compelling introduction and end with a strong conclusion.
    • Use bullet points or numbered lists for clarity where necessary.
  5. Language: Use British English and maintain grammatical accuracy.

Content Focus

We encourage submissions on the following topics:

  • Political and Social Issues: Analytical pieces, investigative reports, and commentary on pressing issues.
  • Human Rights and Development: Articles shedding light on human rights violations, societal progress, and grassroots movements.
  • Feminism and Gender Issues: Perspectives on gender equality, women’s rights, and LGBTQ+ topics.
  • Youth Opportunities: Resources, scholarships, and programs benefiting young individuals.
  • Technology and Business: Innovations, trends, and critiques of the digital and corporate world.
  • Books, Movies, and Culture: Reviews, analyses, and reflections on cultural productions.

Formatting Requirements

  1. Title: Ensure the title is engaging, descriptive, and contains relevant keywords for SEO.
  2. Meta Description: Include a concise (150-160 characters) meta description summarizing the article.
  3. Key Excerpts: Highlight 2-3 key sentences for potential use as featured quotes.
  4. References: Attribute sources for statistics, quotes, or external information through hyperlinks or endnotes.
  5. Images: Attach relevant high-quality images (if applicable) with proper credits or permissions.

Ethics and Responsibility

  1. Neutrality and Accuracy: Avoid biases and ensure that all facts are verified. Misinformation or inflammatory language will not be tolerated.
  2. Respect and Sensitivity: Respect diverse perspectives and avoid derogatory language, hate speech, or content targeting any individual or community.
  3. Accountability: Contributors are responsible for their submitted work. Any claims made should be supported by credible evidence.

Submission Process

  1. Format: Submit articles in a Word document (.docx) or plain text (.txt) format.
  2. Email Submissions: Send your submissions to [Editor’s Email Address] with the subject line: “Article Submission: [Title of Your Article].”
  3. Review Timeline: Allow up to 7 business days for editorial review. We will notify you of acceptance, required edits, or rejection.

Rights and Compensation

  1. Copyright: By submitting your work, you grant Aware Pakistan the right to publish and distribute your content. You retain ownership of your work.
  2. Revisions: The editorial team may make minor adjustments for clarity, SEO, and grammatical accuracy without altering the core message.
  3. Compensation: Currently, contributions are voluntary. However, we aim to compensate writers as we grow.
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We look forward to your valuable contributions in making Aware Pakistan a platform for meaningful dialogue and change.