Governance Directions is exclusive to our membership. It is a serious governance magazine that prioritises topical, forward-looking thought leadership. Submissions should advance understanding by engaging with emerging risks, new regulatory developments, or fresh data and insights. This is not a retrospective journal. We are interested less in what has already happened and more in what is changing, what is unresolved and what lies ahead. AI-generated content will not be accepted.

New, fresh, unique.

• New: Submissions make clear that Governance Directions looks ahead, rather than revisiting the past. This is what governance leaders want.
• Fresh: The tone is journalistic/instructive rather than procedural. It reads like an invitation into a conversation, not a compliance document or legal briefing, while still setting firm standards.
• Unique: The emphasis on how contributors think (quality of sources, originality, foresight) rather than just what they submit is distinctive. Strong referencing is treated as a measure of quality and credibility.

Contributor standards and submission process

To maintain the quality, integrity and credibility of the Governance Directions journal, contributors are expected to adhere to the following standards.

Editorial and ethical standards

1. Consent and attribution:
   Where individuals are quoted from non-public settings (such as interviews or written responses), contributors must be able to demonstrate informed consent. This may include interviews conducted on the record, evidence of technical “readback” for accuracy, or citation of previously published public commentary.
2. Ethical conduct:
   Contributors must adhere to the MEEA Code of Ethics and APC Statements of Principles, including the use of fair, responsible and transparent methods to obtain information. As contributors are unpaid and not employed by the Governance Institute, they must clearly disclose the capacity in which they are conducting interviews and collecting material.
3. Use of quotations:
   Quotations should be used sparingly and only where they directly strengthen or illustrate the author’s argument.
4. Sources and referencing:
   Articles should draw on a range of authoritative sources. All citations must be accurate, clearly referenced and current, particularly for fastmoving areas such as AI governance and regulatory reform.

Submission process for freelance contributors

Freelance journalists or writers seeking to contribute should follow these steps:

1. Initial contact
   Contact the editorial team at [email protected] before commencing work.
2. Contributor agreement
   Agree to the Governance Directions contributor rules and confirm participation as a freelance contributor.
3. Topic discussion
   Discuss proposed topics with the editorial team to ensure relevance and fit.
4. Research and writing
   Conduct interviews and prepare the article in line with journal standards.
5. Editorial review and publication
   Submit the article for review prior to publication.

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• Build brand – add published content to your portfolio of work.
• Ignite conversations – influence the national discourse on critical topics.
• Complement your understanding – build on coursework knowledge by demonstrating critical thinking.
• Reflect on your personal and professional experiences. Enhance your career.
• Gain exposure to the governance community and stand out from the crowd as a thought-leader.
• Give back to the governance community by sharing knowledge and insight.