SayPro Editorial Style Guide Compliance Form

Facilitated by: SayPro Magazine Editorial Office
Purpose: To ensure all published content aligns with SayPro’s editorial standards, inclusive language policies, and strategic messaging across all publications, including the SayPro Monthly Magazine – Populations Edition.

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SECTION A: Submission Overview

• Title of Submission:
• Contributor Name / Organization:
• Date of Submission:
• Editor (if applicable):
• Type of Content:
  ☐ Feature Article
  ☐ Interview
  ☐ Case Study
  ☐ Policy Brief
  ☐ Opinion Piece
  ☐ Partner Story
  ☐ Other: _____________________

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SECTION B: Style & Format Compliance Checklist

Please confirm the following elements are addressed in your submission:

Editorial Element	✓
☐ Clear, concise, and inclusive language used throughout
☐ Headings and subheadings follow SayPro formatting styles
☐ Acronyms are spelled out on first use
☐ Data, dates, and numbers are consistently formatted
☐ Content is free of discriminatory, biased, or offensive terms
☐ Terminology reflects SayPro’s approved population categories
☐ All quotes are accurately attributed and verified
☐ Images and captions (if included) are relevant and credited
☐ Content adheres to SayPro’s tone: Empowering, respectful, and solution-focused
☐ Word count is within the required limit

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SECTION C: Source and Citation Verification

Citation Element	✓
☐ All data sources are credible and cited correctly
☐ Hyperlinks (if applicable) are active and relevant
☐ References follow SayPro’s citation format (APA preferred)

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SECTION D: Ethical and Legal Compliance

Ethical Element	✓
☐ Informed consent obtained for any personal stories shared
☐ Anonymity preserved where required
☐ Sensitive topics handled with care and appropriate framing
☐ All images/media used with full permission and proper credit

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SECTION E: Final Confirmation

• I confirm that the submission adheres to SayPro’s Editorial Style Guide and complies with all ethical and content standards.
  ☐ Yes
  ☐ No – Please explain: ______________________________________
• Submitted by (Name): ___________________________
• Date: ___________________________
• Digital Signature: ___________________________

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📩 Submit this form with your content to:
Email: editorial@saypro.online
Upload: www.saypro.online/editorial-compliance