Now accepting submissions for August 2025!

Word count:
Maximum 600 words
 

Format:
Google Doc or Word Document (.doc/.docx) preferred
Please use a clear, readable font (e.g. Arial, Calibri, Times New Roman) at 11 or 12pt
 

Original work only:
Submissions must be written by you and entirely original.
We do not accept AI-generated, repurposed, or previously published content.
 

Tone & style:
A reflective, warm, and conversational tone is encouraged.
You’re welcome to write in the first person, share personal stories, and speak from lived experience—this is a space for honesty and real voices.

• A short bio (40–50 words) to appear at the end of your article
• Promotion of one (1) business, service or brand
• Up to three (3) links: One website and up to two social media profiles (e.g. Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Optional: Your logo and a  high-resolution image of yourself (or related photo you have permission to use)

 $88 AUD per contributor feature

What’s included:
 

• Editing and professional layout 
• Publication in The Collective Today
• Promotion across our social and email platforms
• A custom social media promo kit to share with your own community

Payments accepted via PayPal or Wise only.

• You retain full ownership of your writing
• We ask for first digital publishing rights and permission to share your article across our platforms
• After 30 days from publication, you are welcome to republish your piece elsewhere, with credit to The Collective Today

• Deadlines will be communicated clearly with each issue
• All pieces will be lightly edited for clarity, grammar and formatting but we will always preserve your voice and message
• You’ll receive a preview of your article before it goes live

• AI-generated or plagiarised content
• Overly promotional or sales-heavy writing
• Harmful, discriminatory or exclusionary language
• Submissions that do not align with our mission of inclusivity, authenticity and connection

Thank you for contributing your story to The Collective Today. We’re honoured to share this space with you.