Submissions
Please use the forms below to submit your pitches to their relevant sections. Before doing this, please also take the time to read our guidelines criteria for submissions.
Thank you for your contributions!
Sista Surge Media
Sista Surge Media reports on the state of the global female condition. We seek journalism that uncovers the underreported, analyzes the systemic, and records the history of womyn as it happens. We do not publish fluff pieces; we publish only the reality of the global female condition.
1. News Stories (Reported Pieces)
We look for objective, fact-based reporting on events impacting women’s rights, safety, and economic status.
The Inverted Pyramid: Lead with the most vital information (Who, What, Where, When, Why). Details and background should follow in descending order of importance.
Word Count: 600 – 1,000 words.
Sourcing: At least two primary sources/interviews or credible data sets (government statistics, NGO reports) must be cited.
Global Lens: We are particularly interested in "News from the Margins"—stories from rural areas or developing nations that mainstream media ignores.
2. Opinion & Analysis
Our opinion section is a space for radical feminist thought and structural analysis. We want arguments that move the needle on womyn’s liberation and female self-determination.
Requirement: Opinions must be rooted in the material reality of the female sex. We look for clear, persuasive arguments, sometimes, with a specific "call to action."
Word Count: 750 – 1,200 words.
The Hook: Your piece must have a "news peg"—a reason why this argument is relevant now.
Evidence-Based: While these are opinion pieces, they must be supported by material facts and historical context.
3. Written Interviews
We feature long-form interviews with women who are leaders, survivors, or groundbreakers in their fields.
Word Count: 1,000 – 2,000 words.
Format: Q&A style preceded by a 200-word biographical introduction.
Focus: Focus on the subject's work, their contribution to the female community, and their perspective on the challenges facing women today.
Ethics: Written consent from the interviewee must be provided upon submission.
Language & Tone
Material Reality: We use precise, language. We refer to womyn and girls as a distinct sex class.
Active Voice: Write with agency. Use "The policy harmed womyn" rather than "Womyn were harmed by the policy."
Short Paragraphs: For digital readability, keep paragraphs to 3–5 sentences.
Submission Process
The Pitch: Send a 200-word pitch to news@sistasurgemedia.com or by using the form below. Include your proposed headline, a summary of your main points, and your list of sources.
Formatting: Submit final drafts in a .pdf or .docx format with editing access enabled. Use AP Style for punctuation and dates.
Fact-Checking: Every claim must be hyperlinked to a credible source. If you cannot verify it, do not include it.
Compensation & Rights
Exclusivity: We only accept original work that has not been published elsewhere (including personal blogs).
Payment: Rates are determined by the complexity of the report. Beginning in 2027, standard news pieces start at $150.
Sista Surge Media Network
The Sista Surge Media Network is a platform dedicated exclusively to the voices, stories, and material interests of women. We serve as a digital stronghold for female-led discourse, prioritizing the lived experiences of women and girls across the globe. We seek content that is intellectually rigorous, unapologetic, and grounded in the material and political reality of wominhood.
1. Our Editorial Lens
We provide a space for women to speak to women. Our content focuses on:
The Global Female Condition: Analyzing the economic, social, and political status of womyn and girls worldwide.
Female Sovereignty: Autonomy in health, reproductive agency, and financial independence.
Resilience & Revolution: Celebrating womyn and girls who challenge the status quo and build female-centered institutions.
The Material World: Environmentalism, labor, and the tangible impact of policy on the female sex.
2. Submission Categories
| Format | Type | Requirements |
| Written | Articles & Analysis | 800 – 1,500 words. We prioritize structural analysis and personal testimony. |
| Video | Visual Commentary | High-definition (1080p). Documentaries, interviews, or "on-the-ground" reporting. |
| Audio | Podcast Pitches | Female-hosted audio programs focusing on history, politics, or womyn's culture. |
3. Video Submission Guidelines
We are looking for visual content that documents the reality of women’s lives.
Content: We accept short documentaries, educational series on female anatomy/health, or commentary on current events affecting women’s rights.
Technical: MP4 or MOV format. Audio must be clear and free of background noise.
Integrity: We value authenticity over high-budget production. If you have captured a raw, important moment for women’s advocacy, we want to see it.
4. Podcast & Audio Pitches
Sista Surge is looking to expand our audio network with voices that are clear, bold, and focused on female liberation.
The Pitch: Submit a "Proof of Concept" (one page) detailing the specific female-centered theme of your show.
The Voice: We seek hosts who can lead deep-dive conversations into the challenges and triumphs of women without compromise.
Pilot: Include a 3-5 minute audio sample showcasing your ability to navigate complex topics regarding the female condition.
5. Submission Standards
To maintain the integrity of our network, all contributors must adhere to the following:
Material Accuracy: We use language that reflects the material reality of the female sex. We do not use euphemisms or terminology that obscures the material reality of female people our non-human animals.
Originality: Submissions must be your own work. We do not accept AI-generated content; we value the distinct human spark of female creativity.
Pro-Female Focus: Content should be created with the intent to uplift, inform, or advocate for females (human and animal) as a distinct sex class.
6. How to Submit
A brief summary of your work and how it centers female material interests.
A short biography highlighting your work or activism within the Feminist community.
Relevant links to your previous work or portfolio.
7. Rights and Privacy
Sista Surge Media Network respects the privacy and safety of our contributors. If your work involves sensitive material regarding the female condition that requires a pseudonym for your protection, please state this in your initial pitch.
SurgeHER! Magazine
1. Our Mission
SurgeHER is a magazine by womyn, for womyn. We prioritize content that explores:
Professional Growth: Career pivots, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
Wellness & Identity: Mental health, physical fitness, body acceptance, subcultures and self-discovery.
Innovation: Womyn leading in tech, science, and creative industries.
Unfiltered Narrative: Personal essays that tackle the raw realities of wominhood.
| Category | Word Count | Description |
| Personal Essays | 800 – 1,200 | Deeply personal stories with a universal lesson or "surge" moment. |
| Expert Insights | 600 – 1,000 | Actionable advice on finance, health, tech, relationships, or career. |
| Interviews | 1,000 – 1,500 | Q&A sessions with womyn making waves in their communities. |
| Creative Corner | N/A | Poetry, photography, and digital art (high-res only). |
| ISO | N/A | "In search of" (does not include sex, egg donation, surrogacy, or harmful/illegal content). |
3. Submission Requirements
To ensure your work is considered, please follow these formatting rules:
Female ONLY: You must be female to send submissions.
Format: Submit as a .pdf or Word (.docx) file.
Originality: We only accept original, unpublished work.
Voice: Write in a tone that is empowering, conversational, and passionate.
Content: The contents of your submission must be safe for viewing for demographics aged 13-100. Topics of an inappropriate nature will not be accepted, though life lessons and difficult experiences are viewed on a case-by-case basis.
Bio: Include a short 50-word bio and a headshot with your submission.
4. How to Pitch
Please send an email to submissions@surgeher.com or by using the form below with the subject line:
PITCH: [Category] – [Proposed Title]
In the body of your email, provide a 2-3 paragraph summary of your idea and why it is a perfect fit for the SurgeHER community. If you have a completed draft, you may attach it for review.
5. Rights & Payment
Payment: Starting in 2027, $75 will be paid per essay. At this time we offer exposure and portfolio building.
Rights: The Sista Surge Media Network retains first serial rights. Following publication, rights revert to the author, though we ask that you credit SurgeHER in future reprints.
**NOTE: While we are currently accepting submissions, we cannot dedicate enough funding to pay for them. We are amassing capital for submissions in the year of 2027. In the meantime, all submissions are considered gifts, and writers or contributors from accepted pitches, artwork, or media will be sent a gift of their choice upon acceptance.
