Question 1

How can I contact you with any questions or concerns?

Accepted Answer

You can send an email to voicesunheardcollective00@gmail.com or DM (and follow) us on Instagram: @voicesunheardcollective

Question 2

What kind of topics are you looking for?

Accepted Answer

We center work around lived experiences, especially those that are often dismissed, stigmatized, or left unspoken. This includes (but is not limited to) mental health, trauma, identity, relationships, and personal growth. Please look at the submission guidelines on our website (this will be on the same page as the submission form!).

Question 3

What mediums do you accept and what's the word count for written work?

Accepted Answer

Our word count is 2,000, although we suggest submitting smaller pieces, as we prioritize them to maximize the number we can fit in an issue. We accept most types of writing, art, and photos (more info on our website). However, we do not accept videos or audio files.

Question 4

Can I submit multiple pieces?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We encourage our submitters to submit as many pieces as they’d like! However, we only allow one piece per issue, so we’d spread your work out throughout our issues.

Question 5

Do you accept collaborations or co-written pieces?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Just make sure all contributors are credited how you’d like them to appear.

Question 6

I won't be able to submit something before the the current issue deadline. Can I still submit?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Even if you miss a deadline, we will put you in a future issue as long as your work is selected.

Question 7

How will I know if my work is accepted?

Accepted Answer

We reach out via email within 2-4 weeks to confirm receipt of your submission. We will then reach out again based on the deadline of the issue you selected (e.g., if you submitted to an issue with a deadline of May 1, we will reach out to you no later than a month after).

Question 8

Will my work be edited?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only lightly. We edit for clarity, grammar, and readability while keeping your voice as authentic and unfiltered as possible. However, due to the nature of some topics, we may adjust the language of certain words to maintain sensitivity for our public audience (ie., words that may call for a trigger warning).

Question 9

Do I have to use my name?

Accepted Answer

Nope! At Voices Unheard, we recognize the heavy nature of many of the topics written about. Therefore, we allow submitters to use their real name, pen name, or simply go anonymous.

Question 10

Do I keep the rights to my work?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You retain full rights to your work. By submitting, you are giving Voices Unheard permission to publish it in our issue.

Question 11

Can I submit something that’s already been published elsewhere?

Accepted Answer

We accept all work as long as it’s original and does not use generative AI. We only require you to provide the name and email of the place you are published with so that we may credit them. But please make sure they allow your work to be published elsewhere, as other sites may have restrictions, and we want to honor them.

Question 12

Do I have to pay for a print issue?

Accepted Answer

Submitters will receive one free copy. However, we are working on creating an online shop, so if you’d like an additional copy or simply support Voices Unheard, you'll need to purchase it on the site. We are planning on pricing general issues (Fall and Spring issues) at $10 per copy, while special issues are $20 per copy. More details on this are TBD!

Question 13

I have a question that is not listed in your FAQ's

Accepted Answer

We welcome all questions or concerns! Please DM us or send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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