Guide
for Authors
Everything you need to know to submit an article, from themes and formats to formatting and submission requirements.
Suggested Themes
The articles should contribute to public understanding of democratic governance, rule of law, and civic engagement; European integration and EU enlargement, including Georgia and other EU-aspiring countries; regional security, hybrid threats, and disinformation; policy developments in the EU and its eastern neighbourhood; and EU values, institutions, and processes, including transparency and good governance. The scope of submissions is not limited to these areas. We also encourage analyses of broader global security developments that affect Europe and EU-aspiring countries, as well as contributions that strengthen democratic resilience, counter disinformation and propaganda, and empower citizens to engage critically with complex societal challenges.
NB: In line with the Centre’s nonpartisan nature, articles are expected to prioritise analysis and reflection over political actionism or partisan advocacy.
Types of Articles
Opinion Paper
An Opinion Paper should advance a clear, well-reasoned argument on an issue relevant to EUAC’s areas of work. Authors are expected to take an explicit position and support it with evidence, logical reasoning, and appropriate contextual analysis. Normative judgments are acceptable when clearly articulated and grounded in credible sources. The structure should guide the reader from problem definition through argumentation to a coherent conclusion, prioritising analytical depth over advocacy. (Indicative length: up to 2,000 words).
Commentary
A Commentary should provide a concise and timely analysis of a recent development or event. Authors should focus on explaining context, assessing significance, and outlining immediate implications. The emphasis should be on clarity, relevance, and analytical insight rather than exhaustive coverage or prescriptive recommendations. Commentaries should be accessible to informed non-specialist audiences while maintaining analytical rigour. (Indicative length: up to 1,200 words).
Policy Brief
A Policy Brief should be structured, evidence-based, and solution-oriented. Authors are expected to clearly define a specific policy challenge, provide concise contextual analysis, and present realistic options or recommendations. The writing should prioritise precision, feasibility, and relevance for policymakers and practitioners, with personal viewpoints subordinated to analytical assessment. (Indicative length: up to 1,700 words).
Blog
A Blog allows for a more flexible and reflective approach. Authors may adopt a narrative or exploratory tone while maintaining factual accuracy and analytical relevance. Blog contributions should aim to engage a broader audience, stimulate critical reflection, and connect individual observations or experiences to broader societal or policy considerations. (Indicative length: up to 1,000 words).
EU Unpacked
EU Unpacked is an educational format that explains how the European Union functions in practice. It breaks down complex EU institutions, policies, and decision-making processes into clear, understandable language. This format is designed to improve public understanding of the EU, particularly in EU-aspiring countries, by replacing myths, assumptions, and emotional narratives with facts and institutional clarity. (Indicative length: up to 1,000 words).
Facts vs. Manipulation
Facts vs. Manipulation is a fact-checking and analytical format designed to identify, expose, and correct misleading narratives, disinformation, and manipulation related to the European Union, democracy, and security. It systematically contrasts verified facts with false or distorted claims, providing readers with reliable information and context. This format supports EUAC’s mission to strengthen democratic resilience and counter hybrid and information warfare. (Indicative length: up to 500 words).
Book Review
A Book Review offers a critical and analytical assessment of a recently published or influential book relevant to EUAC’s areas of interest. It summarises the work’s core arguments, evaluates its contribution to understanding political, historical, or societal developments, and situates it within broader debates. Book Reviews are reflective and balanced in tone, aiming to inform readers about the book’s relevance, strengths, and limitations rather than to advance an independent argument. (Indicative length: up to 1500 words).
Historical Perspective
A Historical Perspective places contemporary political, societal, or security-related issues within a broader historical context. It examines past events, ideas, or developments to illuminate current challenges and long-term trends affecting Europe and its neighbourhood. These articles are analytical and interpretive, drawing on historical evidence to enhance understanding, challenge oversimplified narratives, and contribute to more informed public debate. (Indicative length: up to 2500 words).
Interview
An Interview presents an in-depth conversation with a scholar, policymaker, practitioner, or public intellectual whose expertise is relevant to EUAC’s areas of interest. It aims to capture informed perspectives, professional experience, and analytical insights on current or long-term issues affecting Europe and its neighbourhood. Interviews are structured to ensure clarity and coherence while keeping the interviewee’s voice central. The format is designed to make expert knowledge accessible to a broad audience through focused questions and thoughtful dialogue. (Indicative length: 1,200–2,000 words).
Submission Requirements
Articles submitted to the EU Awareness Centre must be the author’s original work and should not have been previously published. By accepting a paper, the EU Awareness Centre acquires the exclusive right to publish the work. While commonly known facts do not require citation, any assertion or claim should be supported by evidence.
Citations: Authors may choose either hyperlinked in-text citations, without footnotes or endnotes, or APA-style author–date citations with a reference list at the end, without numbering. Whichever method is used must be applied consistently throughout the article.
Language and Annotations
We publish
in Georgian, English*, French, and German. Articles submitted in Georgian must
include an extended annotation of 300–400 words in English. Georgian authors
submitting articles in a language other than Georgian are required to provide
an extended annotation in Georgian. Articles submitted in French or German
should include an extended annotation in English and, if authored by a Georgian
contributor, also in Georgian.
* Submissions
in English may follow either British or American English. For consistency, all
accepted articles will be edited and published in British English in line with
the EU Awareness Centre’s house style.
Formatting
- Title: Calibri, bold, 12 pt
- Author name: Calibri, italic, 11 pt
- Short annotation (max. 100 words): Calibri 11 pt
- Main text: Calibri 11 pt (use Normal style)
- Date: Calibri 11 pt
- Portrait photo and author bio (up to 100 words): Calibri 10 pt, italic.
All text should be formatted with 1.5-line spacing and 1-inch (2.54 cm) margins on all sides.
Submission
Articles should be submitted in Word format to submissions[at]euawareness[dot]org.
Before submitting, please ensure that your article meets the requirements outlined above. All submissions are reviewed by our editorial board, which will respond within five working days.
Remuneration
Please note that the EU Awareness Centre does not provide financial compensation for unsolicited or non-commissioned articles.
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