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Write Compelling Commentary

Learn how to write powerful op-eds that spark change.

Do you have research or lived experience that the public needs to hear? Are you advocating for a cause but struggling to get your message out? Too often, valuable expertise stays buried in reports or internal conversations. This workshop equips you with tools to turn big ideas into powerful op-eds that engage, inform and drive action. Learn what makes a successful op-ed and how to write one that gets published.

Write Compelling Commentary

Learn how to:

Structure ideas into compelling op-eds using proven frameworks
Write clearly and persuasively for broad public audiences
Link your piece to current news to increase timeliness and relevance
Boost publication chances by understanding what editors seek

Workshop Details:

Virtual workshop via Zoom held over two sessions, each lasting two hours
Homework after the first session and due in the second session
Limited to 10 participants for personalized feedback
Designed for women and gender-diverse individuals

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Why Informed Perspectives?

Tailored for Women and Gender-Diverse People

Built by and for diverse women to address the nuanced challenges these groups face in being heard.

EXPERT FACILITATOR

Led by journalists and media pros who know what works.

PROVEN RESULTS

1,100+ op-eds successfully published by workshop participants.

SAFE, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT

Participants learn and grow in inclusive, judgment-free spaces.

PRACTICAL, REAL-WORLD TOOLS

The tactics, information and skills you learn are all based on real-life circumstances relevant to your needs and immediately applicable.

Loved by Participants

Nearly 100% say they’d recommend our workshops.

Let’s Help Your Team Shape Public Conversations— Together

Book a private session today.

We deliver customized, in-person or virtual training to organizations across all sectors. These sessions are tailored to your team’s needs and may include participants of all genders.

Reach out to explore how we can tailor this workshop for your group. Your organization has powerful voices. Let’s make sure they’re heard.

TESTIMONIALS

What People Are Saying

“Informed Perspectives’ workshop was informative and highly productive. My op-ed was translated into multiple languages and was the most-read story across all Vice networks worldwide for a full day. The feedback has been phenomenal and exciting opportunities have emerged from it.”

Naila Keleta-Mae,

Professor of Theatre and Performance, University of Waterloo

“The Informed Perspectives’ workshops have been game-changers – they are full of actionable insights and have taken my career to new heights. Engaging with their community and content has provided me with the confidence to unlock my leadership potential and accelerated the impact I have had on policy and public affairs in Canada and beyond.”

Anjum Sultana, MPH,

Director of Youth Leadership and Policy Advocacy at Plan International Canada

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