SayPro Article Proposal Template

Article Proposal Template

The Article Proposal Template is designed for employees to submit their ideas or outlines for articles they wish to contribute to SayPro’s CSR and socio-economic transformation initiatives. This template helps organize the content and provides clarity on the article’s objectives, key topics, and expected outcomes, ensuring alignment with SayPro’s mission and goals.

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1. Employee Information

• Full Name:
  (Employee’s full name)
• Department:
  (Employee’s department within SayPro)
• Email Address:
  (Employee’s email address)
• Date of Submission:
  (Date of submitting the proposal)

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2. Article Information

• Proposed Article Title:
  (Working title of the article)
• Article Category:
  (Choose one or more categories that the article will fall under: e.g., Corporate Social Responsibility, Socio-Economic Empowerment, Sustainability, Social Transformation, etc.)

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3. Article Objectives

• Primary Objective(s) of the Article:
  (Briefly describe the main goal of the article, such as raising awareness, providing actionable insights, highlighting a case study, etc.)
• Why is this topic important to SayPro’s CSR or social transformation initiatives?
  (Explain how the article aligns with SayPro’s values and CSR mission, and why this topic is timely or relevant.)

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4. Key Topics and Structure

• Key Topics to be Addressed:
  (List the main topics that will be covered in the article. For example, issues of economic inequality, corporate sustainability practices, or the impact of a specific CSR project.)
  • Topic 1:
  • Topic 2:
  • Topic 3:
    (Add more as needed)
• Proposed Article Structure:
  (Provide a brief outline of how the article will be organized. For example, the introduction, background information, case studies, proposed solutions, conclusion, etc.)
  • Introduction:
  • Background/Context:
  • Main Body (with subheadings):
  • Conclusion/Summary:

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5. Research and Sources

• Initial Research/Resources:
  (List any sources you have already identified that will be useful for the article. This may include studies, reports, articles, or any other form of credible data.)
  • Source 1:
  • Source 2:
  • Source 3:
• Potential Interviews or Contributions from External Experts:
  (Mention if you plan to consult or collaborate with external experts, such as members of SETA or any industry professionals, and how their input will enhance the article’s credibility.)

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6. Expected Outcomes and Impact

• Expected Outcome(s) of the Article:
  (Describe what you aim to achieve through the article. For example, increasing employee engagement, inspiring action, educating the public on a specific issue, etc.)
• Target Audience:
  (Who is the article intended to reach? For example, SayPro employees, external readers, industry experts, or the general public.)
• Expected Impact:
  (What kind of impact do you expect the article to have? This could be increased awareness, behavior change, or the initiation of new CSR activities.)

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7. Timeline and Deadlines

• Proposed Timeline for Completion:
  (Provide a timeline for the article’s creation, including key milestones like first draft submission, feedback collection, and final submission.)
  • First Draft Due: [Insert date]
  • Internal Review Period: [Insert dates]
  • Final Draft Due: [Insert date]

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8. Additional Comments

• Any Other Notes or Special Requests:
  (This section is for any further explanations or requests, such as collaboration with specific teams, access to data, or additional research needs.)

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9. Employee Acknowledgment

By submitting this proposal, I acknowledge that:

• I am committed to contributing to the creation of the article according to the timeline provided.
• I understand that my proposal will be reviewed by the SCSPR team and that further modifications may be requested before moving forward.

Employee Signature:
(If submitting electronically, employee’s name or digital signature)
Date:
(Submission date)

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Submission Instructions

• Where to Submit:
  Please submit the completed Article Proposal Template to [insert submission email or platform].
• Submission Deadline:
  All proposals must be submitted by [insert date].

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Conclusion:

The Article Proposal Template ensures that all articles align with SayPro’s CSR objectives and are thoughtfully planned before they move into the creation stage. By using this template, employees help ensure their contributions are valuable, relevant, and impactful, supporting SayPro’s ongoing mission to foster socio-economic transformation.