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Writeous Anger: Bearing Witness

 

Submission Deadline: June 20

This is not a call for polite whispers. We crave the stories that expose the scars of oppression.

Join us in shaping the next chapter of Rebel Women Lit’s Magazine with "Writeous Anger: Bearing Witness." Let your words become weapons, your art a shield against the enduring legacies of colonialism that still shape our society today.

Here's how you can add your voice to this conversation:

  • Interviews with anti-colonial and anti-imperialist activists, artists, scholars, community leaders, and everyday heroes who are making a difference. (Payment: $150)

  • Poetry: Let your verses sing of resistance, decolonization, and the fight for a just future. (Payment: $50-$100 depending on length)

  • Prose (Fiction or Non-Fiction): Weave stories that explore the complexities and legacies of colonialism and the power of decolonization. (Payment: $100-$150 depending on word count)

  • Essays (1000-2000 words): Explore themes of decolonization, intersectionality, and the fight for social justice within the Caribbean context. (Payment: $100-$150 depending on word count)

Through feminist, queer justice, and decolonial frameworks, we're interested in exploring themes like:

  • Solidarity and interconnectivity: Examining the interconnected struggles for liberation across the Caribbean, its diaspora, and/or its links to global struggles.

  • Disrupting power structures: Examining how colonialism, imperialism, and foreign intervention continue to shape Caribbean societies and access to resources and advocating for dismantling these systems.

  • Disrupting power structures: Examining how colonialism, patriarchy, and heteronormativity continue to shape Caribbean societies and advocating for dismantling these systems.

  • Reimagining Caribbean history: Centering the narratives of women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those marginalized by colonialism.

  • Land, ancestral connection, and environmental justice: Investigating the connection between colonialism, land dispossession, environmental degradation, and the fight for a sustainable future.

  • Reclaiming cultural expression: Showcasing the richness and diversity of Caribbean art forms and languages, free from the influence of colonial powers.

  • The complexities of gender and sexuality: Highlighting the experiences of LGBTQ+ women, trans women, and non-binary individuals within the postcolonial Caribbean context.

We are particularly interested in work that:

  • Amplifies the voices of marginalized communities within the LGBTQ+ spectrum.

  • Features stories from across the Caribbean and its Caribbean diaspora.

  • Showcases a solid connection to Caribbean culture and heritage.

Submission Guidelines:

  • Open to all Caribbean writers and artists living in the Caribbean and the diaspora.

  • All submissions must be original and unpublished.

  • There is no specific length requirement for poems.

  • Include a short bio (50 words) and a brief artist statement (100 words) explaining how your work relates to the themes.

  • Submissions will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

    • Relevance to the theme: Does the work explore the themes of decolonization, resistance, and the fight for social justice within the Caribbean context?

    • Originality and creativity: Does the piece offer a fresh perspective or unique storytelling approach?

    • Artistic merit (for visual art): Does the work demonstrate strong artistic skills and a compelling visual language?

    • Writing quality (for prose and essays): Does the work demonstrate strong writing skills, including clear language, engaging narrative flow, and effective use of literary devices?

    • Emotional impact: Does the piece evoke strong emotions, inspire thought, and leave a lasting impression on the viewer/reader?

    • Representation: Does the work represent the diversity of the Caribbean experience

    Rights:
    We claim first world electronic rights (text and audio), first print rights, and non-exclusive anthology rights for RWL’s Magazine. All rights are restricted to English language unless specifically stated otherwise.

    On the Use of “AI” writing tools such as ChatGPT

    We will not consider any submissions written, developed, or assisted by these tools. Attempting to submit these works may result in being banned from submitting works in the future.