Submissions that focus on the need, and solutions to, promoting societal change in order to bridge the racial gap between all peoples, so we can build stronger communities that will unite people of all colors, will be given special attention.

For years our focus has been on identifying the issues/problems. It’s time to write words that carry forth messages of solutions for change, and put them into action for a better today and tomorrow.

Please refer to the following article, “A Conversation on Race Issues and Puppets,” for assistance on ideas for your piece.

Submission guidelines:
All submissions must be double spaced, typed or legibly handwritten.

Submissions must include the following:

• A brief abstract (300 word limit) with clear and accurate contact details for the author and a description of the educational value of the author’s work.
• A detailed synopsis (300 word limit) of what the manuscript is about.
• A manuscript excerpt that does not exceed five thousand words (anything in excess of the limit will not be accepted): Please – do not send complete manuscripts.
• A bibliography page for references cited within the author’s work.

Additional information:

 Subject matter that advocates hatred, sexism, racism, or violence will not be accepted for publication.
 Material that focuses on the writer’s own legal case will not be published; however, the use of the writer’s personal experiences with the criminal justice system as an illustration of a broader topic is encouraged.

Submission Deadline: July 25, 2020

Physical submissions along with a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) should be mailed to the following address:

The United Black Family Scholarship Foundation
Attn: UBF Productions
P.O. Box 862

Brisow, Oklahoma 74010

Electronic submissions are greatly appreciated.
Email to: news@ubfsf.org