Contributor guidelines
Nepali Psychology Newsletter
Nepal-grounded perspectives on psychology, mental health, society, research & practice
Audience
- General public — curious, non-specialist readers
- Researchers and practitioners in psychology, mental health and public health
What we’re looking for
- Original writing: field reflections, research summaries, opinion pieces, community case studies
- Evidence-informed — cite sources, but avoid heavy academic jargon
- Accessible language for a curious, non-specialist reader
- Contributions that open dialogue — not prescriptive in tone
Format and length
Lead article
800–1200 words
Research spotlight
400–600 words
Field voice
200–400 words
- Submit as .docx or plain text
- Include a 4–5 sentence bio and affiliation
- Images or figures welcome — include captions and source credits
Editorial process
- All submissions reviewed for fit, clarity, and accuracy
- Edits suggested collaboratively — authors consulted before changes
- No promotional or advertorial content accepted
- Simultaneous submissions to other outlets must be disclosed
Ethics and sensitive content
- Informed consent required for content involving individuals
- Avoid stigmatizing language around mental illness, poverty, or gender
- Follow safe messaging principles for sensitive topics (suicide, trauma)
Submission deadline
Mid-May 2026
sujenman@gmail.com