Two excellent opportunities from the International Women’s Writing Guild (IWWG).

• No fee submission call for IWWG members for their International Women’s Day anthology. To submit, register for the event, join if you are not already a member, or if you are unable to become a member due to the cost, email writers@iwwg.org for a free trial membership.
• Write Forward auction, including donations for writing critiques from several poets/writers (including me!)

The International Women’s Writing Guild (IWWG) is proud to host an auction supporting our programs throughout the year, including the Intergenerational Writing Program, which fosters collaboration and mentorship among women writers of all ages. This initiative provides scholarships, free workshops, and the creation of an anthology exploring themes of gender equality and social justice. Proceeds from the auction help amplify diverse voices and support programs like these, which culminate in impactful projects such as the anthology preview at the United Nations in 2025. Join us in empowering creative expression and advancing gender equality.

If you’re not currently a member, consider joining the guild! Memberships start at just $40 and include some great benefits, along with being part of an amazing organization supporting women writers around the world, with in person and online events, youth programs, regional events, an annual conference and more, including:

• A welcoming community of women who write.
• Registration discounts for our online workshops and events.
• Member pricing to our in-person events, including our summer conference and regional retreats.
• The opportunity to learn across genres – explore poetry, fiction, memoir, creative non-fiction!
• Your own writer profile in our online Member Directory with your bio, contact info, and active links to your website and social media. This feature is optional and you may choose not to make your profile public.
• Access to our Facebook Members’ Room here (members must request permission to join).
• Opportunity to announce the publication of your book in our monthly e-newsletter.
• The opportunity to sell your books at our conference book fairs at no extra charge when you are a registered conference participant.
• Opportunities to lead a free write, open mic, or workshop.

Mission: IWWG is a network for the personal and professional empowerment of women through writing and open to all regardless of portfolio. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment for women to grow as writers, find outlets for their work, and experience the joy of being in a creative community.

History: IWWG was founded in 1976. Now, after 45 years of enriching women writers’ lives, we are still growing and changing with the times. We have a strong membership, monthly e-newsletters, a yearly summer conference, regional events, and anthologies. We have expanded our online workshops and also offer free writes, Open Mics, and writing circles. Together, we’re changing the way women writers’ stories get heard, crafted, and spread around the globe.

This anthology celebrates the spirit of International Women’s Day, reflecting on progress and ongoing challenges in achieving gender equality, 30 years after the landmark Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action (at which IWWG presented). We aim to amplify women’s voices while creating a platform for stories that champion empowerment, equality, and justice. We invite work inspired by International Women’s Day and the themes of Beijing +30, including but not limited to: Women’s rights, Empowerment, Intersectionality, Gender equality, Justice, The future of the global women’s movement We encourage personal, cultural, and political reflections that resonate with these themes. Both seasoned and emerging voices are encouraged to contribute.

Book Launch Event: Contributors will be invited to participate in a reading event celebrating the anthology’s release. Join us in amplifying voices, sharing stories, and marking this global milestone.

• SUBMISSION DEADLINES: January 15, 2025
• FORMAT: print
• SUBMISSION FEE: None
• PAYMENT: A complimentary copy of the anthology and Book Launch reading
• SUBMISSION METHOD: Website form
• SIMULTANEOUS SUBMISSIONS: Yes
• PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED: Yes, previously published pieces are welcome, provided the author retains rights and acknowledges prior publication.
• FORMS: 
  • Fiction: Up to 3,000 words
  • Non-fiction: Up to 3,000 words
  • Flash Fiction: Up to 1,000 words (We are especially seeking more flash fiction submissions!)
  • Poetry: Up to 3 poems per submission, no longer than 2 pages each
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