![]() ![]() “We’re interested in stories about people who are making a positive difference all over the world, working on solutions to problems from hunger and education to the rights of people with disabilities. “This is the column where the theology and practice of Christian Science are discussed in articles that respond to events in the news as well as those that address everyday issues such as companionship, comfort, home, work, relationships, the healing of physical ailments, and dealing with difficult financial times.” 17 However, we don’t deal with the topics of death, aging and disease.” 16 We accept essays on a wide variety of subjects, and encourage timely, newsy topics. For seasonal material, be aware that if you submit something that is about a particular month, holiday, event (back to school, graduation), or season, we need to receive it a minimum of six weeks ahead. All material must be original and previously unpublished. “The Home Forum is looking for upbeat, personal essays from 400 to 800 words. Regardless of the setting or situation, though, we look for history and an eye for detail that show what makes peoples and places the way they are, influencing events.” 15 We want to stay on top of what is in the news – and in public thought – as much as possible, but there’s also an opportunity for news features with a sense of place. “We’re interested in stories of national import from all over the country. Regional News, Justice, and Religion, US Politics, Economy, Education and Culture, and Science/Technology/Environment. National News Contributor Guidelines: Departments include U.S. ![]() We are particularly interested in understanding the ways of thinking or perspectives that are driving your story.” 13 We want stories to cover the ‘who, what, when, where, why’ but we expect stories to focus on the ‘why.’ The goal here is to either explain the broader meaning of an event or to explain what’s at stake. “We are interested in a variety of pieces, from 500-word news stories to longer news analysis and news feature pieces for our weekly magazine. International News Contributor Guidelines: Departments include Europe/Baltics/Russia, Asia and Africa, Middle East, and Latin America. Here are some details about some of the contributions: Types of contributions accepted: The Monitor accepts articles on national and international news, personal essays, short poems, book reviews, letters to the Editor, and articles on People Making a Difference. 10Ībout the publication’s submission guidelines Medium: We deliver global news via our website and mobile site, daily edition, weekly print magazine, and free newsletters.” 9Ĭontent: Independent national and international news, articles, book reviews, op-eds, essays, and letters to the editor. Publisher: The First Church of Christ, Scientist. “The Monitor assumes its readers are people who care, who want to care, regardless of their religious or political mindset.” 6 News, therefore, should be thought-provoking, trustworthy, and engaging.” 5 The founder of the Monitor was convinced that what reaches and affects thought ultimately shapes experiences and moves our world forward. “We are not about promoting any specific set of policies, actions or ideologies. We want to be so focused on progress that together we can provide a credible and constructive counter-narrative to the hopelessness-, anger-, and fear-inducing brand of discourse that is so pervasive in the news.” 4 We seek to cut through the froth of the political spin cycle to underlying truths and values. “We want to help you to see news events as starting points for constructive conversations. ![]() Purpose, objective, or mission: An independent international news organization, the aim of which is to “embrace the human family, shedding light with the conviction that understanding the world’s problems and possibilities moves us towards solutions.” 2 Though owned by the Christian Science church, the Monitor purports to be secular in its reporting save for one “clearly labeled religious article” published each weekday. ![]()
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