We welcome contributions to our quarterly magazine, Policy. Now approaching its 20th year of publication, Policy continues to fill a critical gap between academia and the mainstream media. In general, articles in Policy are longer and more analytical that those in the quality press but shorter and more accessible than those in academic journals. We strongly advise prospective authors to familiarise themselves with the magazine and to have a sense for the kinds of issues we cover and the style of writing we prefer. We seek original analyses of economic, social and foreign policy as well as essays and commentary on ideas, cultural issues and international affairs, with particular emphasis on Australasia.

All original submissions to Policy are subject to a reviewing process. Articles should range between 2,000 and 5,000 words. Unsolicited submissions either shorter or much longer than this will not be considered. Articles may be submitted by email (our preferred method), or by fax or mail. Please submit full contact details including a mailing address, a telephone number and email address (if applicable).

We rarely consider unsolicited book reviews or review essays. We ask authors to let us know whether the article has been submitted to, and is under consideration at, another magazine or journal, or already published in whole or in part in English.

Policy respects the scholarly canon, but it is not an academic journal. We strive for readability so contributors are asked to be sparing in their use of specialist language, literature reviews, referencing, and unnecessary diversions. A clear and concise argument is better than a comprehensive discussion. We encourage authors to provide full sourcing for their work, but in published form we try to keep endnotes to a minimum (generally limited to direct quotes or statements or facts that might otherwise be challenged without proof). For a PDF of our two page style guide, please click here. Authors are responsible for clarifying any copyright issues before submission.

If you would like to contribute to Policy, please email office@cis.org.au with contributor in the subject line.

If you would like to send a letter to the editor, please email office@cis.org.au with letter to the editor in the subject line, or mail to:

Editor, Policy
The Centre for Independent Studies
PO Box 92, St Leonards, NSW, 1590
Ph: +61 2 9438 4377
Fax: +61 2 9439 7310

Letters should be no more than 400 words.

The Centre retains the right to edit any accepted material for publication in Policy for length and clarity. All material is copyright of The Centre for Independent Studies and the stated authors. Authors seeking to reproduce material published in Policy should seek the permission of the Editor first.