Pitches wanted (faith, justice, etc.) (worldwide) | $250 to $350 per article

COMPANY/PUBLICATION: SOJOURNERS 

Mitchell Atencio, News Editor at Sojourners, is looking for pitches:

I am always open to faith and justice pitches. Please feel free to send me an email at news@sojo.net and review our pitch guidelines here: https://sojo.net/magazine/write

Before submitting a pitch, please acquaint yourself with Sojourners’ editorial policies and the material on our site. We accept pitches for reported pieces, analysis, and commentary that address social justice issues or appeal to a well-informed faith audience. We are also looking for pieces that use a solutions lens when reporting on social issues.

Story pitches for reported pieces should include a news or analytical hook that covers a current event, trend, or social justice movement through the lens of faith along with a 1-2 paragraph summary of the idea and at least three confirmed or potential sources. Please provide links to writing clips if you have them, as well as a short bio and headshot. Email completed pitches to news@sojo.net with the words "story pitch" in the subject line.

Open to international writers? I am happy to look at international writer pitches.

CONFIDENTIAL NOTE: Reports indicate that this opportunity will pay $250 to $350 per article. It is recommended that you discuss the rate(s) with the editor/employer prior to commencing work.

CONTACT INFORMATION (please do not share the email address publicly):

• Submissions:  news@sojo.net
• Website: https://sojo.net/

TO HELP YOU CRAFT YOUR PITCH:

• Learn more about the publication: Sojourners is an independent print and online magazine of faith, culture, and politics. Its mission is to inspire hope and action by articulating the biblical call to racial and social justice, life and peace, and environmental stewardship. Sojourners' call to prophetic interrogation means it seeks the truth as informed by our biblical roots, uncover and explore injustices, and offer solutions consistent with our Christian values. More information here.
• Read through its selection of recent articles/stories, categorized into: Politics, Living Faith, Arts and Culture, Global
• Review the submission guidelines here.
• Check out our collection of pitch excerpts on this page and find more sample pitches at The Open Notebook Database and at SuccessfulPitches.com.
• Do not forget to end your pitch with (1) a short introduction about yourself; (2) a paragraph highlighting your writing experience, relevant credentials and publication credits; and (3) links to your strongest work or portfolio, and online profile.

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