RCWMS is committed to supporting women as they find their voices and make them heard. In addition to our writing classes, workshops, and retreats, we run an essay contest in most years. Our 2022 Essay Contest will remain open through July 31, 2022. Women 18 years of age and older may submit previously unpublished nonfiction essays of 1,200 words or fewer.
THEME: Essays should focus on the theme of bodily autonomy. Writers could focus on their own experience or on someone who spoke out for their personal rights or bodily integrity.
DETAILS: Women (cis and trans) 18 years of age or older may submit up to two nonfiction essays, 1,200 words or less. Previous first-place winners and current RCWMS Board members not eligible. No sermons, please. Do not put your name on your essay(s). Fill out the online cover letter form with the essay’s title, your name, address, phone, and email. Submissions opened June 15, 2022 and close July 31, 2022.
PRIZES: $300 for first place, $200 second, and $100 third. The winning essay will be published in the RCWMS newsletter, South of the Garden, in September or December 2022.
NOTIFICATION: Winners will be notified by email.
Submit online only: HERE.
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