Your voice matters. Your story matters.
At Soldiers for the Cause, we welcome thoughtful, honest, and courageous contributions from veterans, active-duty service members, military families, whistleblowers, journalists, artists, and allies working toward accountability, justice, and reform in military and government institutions.
Whether you're sharing an article, essay, photojournalism, first-person narrative, poem, infographic, or tip—your submission helps shine a light on the issues that matter most.
✅ What We're Looking For
- Investigative journalism on military-industrial complex, recruitment, privatization, and war profiteering
- Firsthand accounts from service members and families
- Whistleblower insights (anonymity respected)
- Policy analysis and watchdog reporting
- Creative work: essays, poetry, artwork, protest media
- Op-eds on veteran affairs, war, and peace
- Tips or leads (can be off-the-record)
📤 How to Submit
Email us:
Send your submission or pitch to karololesiak@soldiersforthecause.org with the subject line:Submission – [Your Title or Topic]
Please include:
- Your full name (or pseudonym if safety/privacy is a concern)
- A short bio (50-100 words)
- Any relevant links or references
- For art/photo: high-resolution files and captions
- For anonymous tips: Use our [SecureDrop / ProtonMail / PGP Key] (link or info here)
We accept submissions in .doc, .pdf, or pasted in the body of the email.
✍️ Editorial Guidelines
- We edit for clarity, accuracy, and legal safety.
- We prioritize truth-telling over polish, especially from frontline and working-class voices.
- Word count: 500–2,000 words recommended.
- If accepted, we’ll follow up within 1–2 weeks.
💡 Need Inspiration?
Check out our featured articles to see what kind of work we publish.
🛡️ Confidentiality & Protection
If you're submitting sensitive or whistleblower content, we take your safety and anonymity seriously. Contact us through encrypted email or request our secure submission protocols.
Together, we stand for truth, justice, and those left behind by the systems we served.
Thank you for being part of the cause.
—The Editorial Team at Soldiers for the Cause
