What are World Pulse Story Awards?

Story Awards help to highlight impactful narratives that have resonated with our community.
Written by World Pulse
Updated 6 months ago

When you raise your voice on World Pulse, you join a movement of women speaking out for change from all regions of the world. 

World Pulse offers several consistent open calls for stories, as well as regular new story calls relevant to global current events. We believe women are experts in their own lives, and we always welcome you to share the issues and topics that matter most to you.

Sharing your insights on World Pulse will not only allow you to receive comments and encouragement from peers all over the world — you could also be selected to receive a World Pulse Story Award and gain additional visibility for your story.

Our editors are reading your stories daily to select narratives that receive additional visibility. This includes awarding 3 to 4 Featured Storytellers per month with a Story Award. 

Those who are awarded a Story Award receive:

  • A Featured Storyteller badge on your World Pulse profile
  • Personalized editing support
  • Publication on World Pulse channels
  • Opportunity to be promoted to partner media outlets 
  • A $100 US honorarium 
  • Eligibility for Annual World Pulse Awards in the category of Storytelling

Learn more about our selection process.

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