For Voices & Editorials at Father & Co.
Purpose of the Section
Voices & Editorials publishes commentary, essays, and letters that illuminate the experiences of parents, children, advocates, and professionals affected by family courts, child welfare systems, and related institutions. Submissions must support Father & Co.’s mission of transparency, accountability, and meaningful reform.
What We Accept
1. Guest Essays
Original essays between 700–1,400 words that offer:
- Systemic insight
- Personal experience with broader significance
- Policy-focused analysis
- Clear reform ideas
- Research-backed commentary
We do not accept case-specific accusations, naming of private individuals, or claims that could endanger ongoing litigation.
2. Commentary & Analysis
Pieces that explain:
- legislative issues
- court procedures
- policy failures
- rights, due process, and system blindspots
These must be written in a grounded, factual, and non-inflammatory tone.
3. Personal Narratives
Stories that:
- reflect on lived experience
- highlight survival, resilience, or lessons learned
- offer insight into broader systemic themes
We protect safety and privacy.
Names may be changed, and identifying details may be removed.
4. Letters to the Editor
Short submissions (150–300 words) reacting to Father & Co. coverage or raising issues of public importance.
Submission Requirements
- Send submissions as Google Doc links or Word documents.
- Include your full name, preferred byline, email, and city/state.
- State clearly whether you wish to publish under a pseudonym.
- All content must be original and not previously published elsewhere unless disclosed.
- We reserve the right to edit for clarity, length, accuracy, and safety.
Where to Send
submissions@fatherand.co
(Or whatever email you want to use.)
Include “SUBMISSION” in the subject line.