Writing for the Popular Press: A Ms. Workshop for Feminist Historians

Now more than ever, we need to make our voices heard – and not just by like-minded individuals in academic and activist spaces. Writing for the popular press offers an important opportunity for feminist historians to advance public knowledge and influence public discourse on critical issues. In this workshop, Ms. editors and feminist scholars who have published in progressive and mainstream media will offer practical guidance for translating your scholarship into compelling articles for a popular audience. Drawing on Ms. magazine’s pioneering feminist journalism, presenters will share practical insights on identifying publishable ideas, responding to time-sensitive news hooks, crafting compelling pitches and writing techniques that make feminist history accessible, engaging and impactful for the public.