The SOCAN Sun
The SOCAN Sun, a Bi-Annual Climate Newspaper
A call for writers, artists, and storytellers.
Purpose: This bi-annual newspaper builds climate understanding and resilience in Southern Oregon through accessible, print-based storytelling. By sharing local experiences, credible information, and creative work, we strengthen climate literacy and counter misinformation in a way that reaches beyond screens and algorithms.
Who Should Contribute: Writers, photographers, artists, scientists, outdoor enthusiasts, and community members. Experienced, or brand new. Authentic voices matter more than perfect grammar or formal structure. Editorial support is available, and your voice will be respected.
Submissions may be personal, opinion-based, researched, or creative.
What We’re Looking For:
● Climate-positive Stories
500-750 words | 1-4 pieces
Progress, solutions, resilience, or community action.
● Climate Challenges
500-750 words | 1-4 pieces
Local or regional impacts, tensions, or unanswered questions.
● Science & Technology
500-750 words | 1-4 pieces
Innovations, research, or tools advancing climate solutions.
● Recreation & Place
500-750 words | 4-8 pieces
Outdoor experiences or historical anecdotes, connecting people to Southern Oregon.
● Poetry
Climate or nature-focused | Any format
1-4 submissions
● Photography
Nature or environment-focused | Southern Oregon
6-10 images