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Call for writing, photography, film/video

Inspired by Shirley Chisholm’s call to ‘bring a folding chair’ when there’s no seat at the table, Folding Chair is EQI’s digital journal – a space for conversations, perspectives, and storytelling on gender equality, intersectional feminism, violence against women and girls, and social justice. We seek writing (critical and personal essays and articles, research pieces, interviews, fiction and poetry), photography and film that amplifies diverse voices and perspectives, and sparks conversations that move us closer to equity. We open submissions globally in set periods throughout the year. Subm

Deadline

ongoing

Verified 1 month ago

Cost

Free

Format

Short Films

Eligibility

African creatives welcome. International/global eligibility.

What You Get

$200–$400 AUD, dependent on scope of work* 

Medium length essays and articles between approx.

What to Submit

Completed film work submitted for online premiere. Pitches are also welcome and should include samples of previous work. Final rates, rights, and usage are confirmed in writing prior to publication.

Insider Tips

  1. Ensure your film is a completed, previously unpublished work, as only new submissions are eligible for payment. 2. Align your film's themes closely with gender equality, intersectional feminism, violence against women and girls, or social justice to match the journal's editorial focus. 3. Monitor EQI's social media channels to catch the next submission window, as submissions open only in set periods throughout the year.

Set reminder: Check EQI socials regularly for submission window announcements — deadline TBC

Verify dates and eligibility on the official website before applying.

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