IV Edit – Print:
Intersectional Voices in Editorial – Print

IV Committees: Intersectional Voices 

At Girls Write Now, we creatively challenge the status quo in media and our world. From program development to editorial approach to marketing, philanthropy, and beyond, we strive to foster a space that is inclusive of all the brilliant voices that make up our vibrant community. To that end, we have established a suite of committees called “Intersectional Voices” or “IV” Committees, which are all leadership opportunities for mentors, mentees, and members of our core community to take a direct stake in and contribute to Girls Write Now as an organization and community.

IV Editorial – Print Committee: Intersectional Voices in Editorial – Print

Committee Purpose:

The IVD Edit Print Committee focuses on traditional print media at Girls Write Now. This committee is dedicated to producing the yearly anthology that showcases the written work of Girls Write Now mentees. The goal is to provide a tangible platform for storytelling, allowing community members to see their work in print and share it with a wider audience. Participants in this group also learn all the steps of the publishing process, including concept development, manuscript preparation, design, printing, and distribution. This hands-on experience helps committee members gain a comprehensive understanding of print publishing while amplifying diverse voices within the Girls Write Now community.

Committee Activities: 

• Learn from publishing professionals and authors about all aspects of the publishing process, including traditional publishing, small presses, and self-publishing.
• Edit stories submitted to the annual Girls Write Now print anthology, published by Dutton, an imprint of Penguin Random House.
• Work as a committee to promote the printed work of Girls Write Now authors.

Committee Membership:

Mentors, mentees, members, and publishing partners are welcome at IV Edit Print meetings. Beginning in January, accepted members of the Committee will work on editing and top editing stories that will be published in the annual anthology. Some committee members will also work on promotion for the book.

Committee Meetings: 

IV Edit Print will meet on a monthly basis starting November 2024. Meeting dates:

• Wednesday, November 13th 7-8 PM ET
• Monday, December 9th 7-8 PM ET
• Wednesday, January 15th 7-8 PM ET

Next Steps:

1. Complete the Interest Form below.
2. RSVP for Next Meeting: Please register for our meeting on November 13th here.
3. Can’t make it in November? Want to nominate someone to join the commmittee? Contact Molly MacDermot!

On behalf of the entire Girls Write Now community, thank you for taking this step forward with us!