Risky Women Write

Originality – the x factor! (20 points)

• Does the article offer a genuinely new idea, perspective or challenge to conventional thinking or an overlooked issue?
• Would a reader learn something they are unlikely to find elsewhere?
• Would readers remember this article because it changed how they think about the topic?

Expertise – what do you know about this? (10 points)

• Does the article move the conversation forward rather than simply summarise what is already known?
• Does it provide a distinctive point of view and demonstrate the author’s unique expertise and experience?
• Does the article translate expertise into practical implications or actionable recommendations?

Accessibility & Engagement – how will you get people to read it? (10 points)

• Was the article drafted with a general audience in mind. Does it avoid jargon, unnecessarily complex language and clearly explain GRC concepts?
• Is the article engaging to read?
• Is the article well-written and grammatically correct?

Compelling Argument – how will you convince them? (10 points)

• Are the arguments persuasive and bold? Articles should take a clear stance on the chosen issue and demonstrate a strong rationale for their argument.