Call for Submissions: 2027 Edition of Phụ Nữ Việt Magazine –Tết Đinh Mùi
We are pleased to invite submissions for the 2027 edition of Phụ Nữ Việt Magazine, which will be distributed during the Lunar New Year – Year of the Goat (Đinh Mùi).
Since its founding in 1983 and renaming in 1999, Phụ Nữ Việt has proudly served as a platform for the Vietnamese community to share stories, perspectives, memories, and creative works. Each year, 10,000 copies are distributed at major community events across metropolitan Melbourne, including Lunar New Year celebrations.
Theme of the 2027 Edition
“Multicultural Australia: 50 Years of Stories, Contributions and Belonging”
The year 2027 marks more than five decades of Australia’s ongoing multicultural journey following the dismantling of the White Australia Policy in 1975. This special edition will explore the experiences, contributions, challenges, and achievements of culturally diverse communities in shaping contemporary Australia.
We invite reflections, personal stories, family histories, community narratives, essays, poetry, photography, and visual art that explore themes such as:
- Migration and settlement
- Cultural identity and belonging
- Intergenerational experiences
- Diversity, inclusion, and social cohesion
- Cross-cultural friendships and connections
- Preserving language and heritage
- The contributions of migrant and refugee communities
- Visions for Australia’s multicultural future
We welcome submissions from people of all backgrounds and generations.
Submission Details
- Deadline: 31 October 2026
Accepted Formats:
- Written pieces (short stories, poems, memoirs, essays) – Word document
- Visual art, photography, and illustrations – JPEG or PNG files
- Languages: English, Vietnamese, or bilingual
- Word Limit: Up to 4,000 words
- Original Work Only: Submissions must be original work by the author and not previously published elsewhere.
- Contributor Fee: $50 per selected piece
- Please include: Your full name and contact details with your submission
How to Submit
Submit your work via our website: https://www.avwa.org.au/en/resources/publications/phu-nu-viet-magazine
Email: phunuviet@avwa.org.au
We warmly encourage you to share your voice, experiences, and creativity as we reflect on Australia’s multicultural journey and celebrate the rich diversity that strengthens our communities.
