IHRAM Publishes
Literary Magazine
IHRAM Publishes is a Pushcart-Prize, Best American Short Stories and Best American Essays nominating quarterly literary journal.
PUBLISHED WORKS ACCEPTED UNDER FIRST WORLD RIGHTS.
ALL RIGHTS REVERT TO THE WRITER UPON PUBLICATION
We will be focusing on the following concerns in 2025:
First Quarter: The Evolving Gaze: Society’s Voice for Masculinity — OPEN NOW
Submission window: January 1st - March 1st 2025
Exploring society’s voice for masculinity, this edition examines the evolving discourse around emotion, identity, and the male experience. From breaking down the stereotypes of toxic masculinity to embracing emotional vulnerability, it highlights the intersection of language, culture, and societal expectations surrounding what is deemed “masculine” and “feminine.”
We are eager to publish firsthand experiences by men, factual retellings of stories told by men in the author’s life, and reflections of the author’s personal experiences with emotion, identity, and the male experience. We encourage submissions from all over the world, regardless of gender or identity.
Themes: Firsthand experiences by men, masculinity and toxic masculinity, emotional expression, societal norms, language and identity, author reflections on factual retellings.
Second Quarter: Invisible Chains: Contemporary Slavery and Forced Migration — OPEN NOW
Submission window: April 1st - June 1st 2025
A poignant reflection on contemporary slavery and forced migration, this issue delves into exploitative labor practices, human trafficking, and the loss of human rights. It examines the economic and personal challenges faced by migrants, including discrimination, culture shock, and the lingering mental health effects for descendants of slavery.
We are dedicated to publishing firsthand experiences of forced migration, factual retellings on contemporary slavery, reflections of the author’s personal experiences with the economic challenges or discrimination, and feelings of hope and perseverance. We encourage submissions from all over the world, regardless of gender or identity.
Themes: Modern slavery, forced migration, human trafficking, economic challenges, cultural discrimination, first-hand accounts, feelings of hope and perseverance.
Third Quarter: Enduring Voices: Life with Disabilities and Chronic Illnesses — OPEN NOW
Submission window: July 1st - September 1st 2025
Shining a light on life with disabilities and invisible illnesses, this edition raises awareness of the societal attitudes and injustices faced by the disabled community. It explores the impact on identity, memory, and sexuality while advocating for understanding and inclusivity.
We are eager to publish firsthand experiences by those living with a disability, reflections of the author’s personal experiences with societal justices towards illnesses, and the after-effects of discrimination on an author’s identity and sexuality. We encourage submissions from all over the world, regardless of gender or identity.
Themes: Disability awareness, invisible illnesses, societal attitudes, identity, memory, and sexuality, and the intersection of societal attitudes with an author’s lived experiences.
Fourth Quarter: Echoes from the Street: Homelessness and the Unhoused — OPEN NOW
Submission window: October 1st - December 1st 2025
Centering on homelessness and the unhoused, this issue explores the human stories behind stereotypes, societal failures, and the fight for basic rights like shelter and healthcare. Reflections on homelessness during COVID-19 and personal journeys to stability provide a stark reminder of the ongoing struggle for dignity and safety.
We are committed to publishing personal experiences of those who have been unhoused, factual retellings of stories about homelessness in the author’s life, reflections of the author’s personal experiences, and feelings of optimism and faith. We encourage submissions from all over the world, regardless of gender or identity.
Themes: Homelessness, societal inequality, human rights, personal and creative reflections in order to break stereotypes, and post-pandemic challenges.
Of course, we will continue to look, to listen and to learn about issues of concern for creators from Algeria to Zimbabwe, and everywhere in between! Up to 50% of each issue will be reserved for pieces that expand our understanding of human rights and social justice concerns not covered by the quarterly theme.
Submission Guidelines:
Before submitting, please review the following guidelines, including (1) IHRAM’s accepted media, required supplemental information, and quarterly magazine themes. We are only accepting pieces which align with our annual themes at this time. Thank you!
The IhramPress is interested in reviewing and publishing the following for the 2025 quarterly magazine:
Poetry — Maximum 5 poems per submission*
Short stories
Essay (2500 words or less), or
Artwork — Submission for artwork is unlimited. Please note, your published artwork might be presented in black-and-white and therefore should be suitable for “print”. We WILL NOT accept any AI-Generated art. Ensure your artwork is submitted as .JPG, .PDFs, or .PNGs.
*One publication per author.
Please submit your poetry, short story, essay, or artwork to submit@humanrightsartmovement.org along with the following required information:
Your full name and/or pen name.
Your country of residence.
A brief third-person bio (roughly 100 words). If your bio includes references of your past work, feel free to provide links!
A brief foreword to your piece (between 300-500 words), explaining your inspiration for creating it, background information, explanation of key characters, and any other key insight for the reader.
*If your piece is accepted, we will request a high-resolution author photograph. However, auhors are not required to provide photographs of themselves and are always welcome to decline, should they wish to remain anonymous.
IHRAM Publishes pays $50 per accepted written piece.
IHRAM Publishes pays $25 per accepted artist.
We publish an ever-expanding collection of original works from lesser known and up-and-coming writers who seek to bring attention to urgent social justice issues around the world. We base our work on the values of beauty, sincerity, vulnerability, engagement and celebration of diversity.
IHRAM Publishes has presented work from 73 countries and 30 U.S. States.
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Pushcart Prize nominees in 2024: “Instruction Manual: Sheets of Desire” by Miriam Calleja, Malta; “The Hollow” by Pacella Chukwuma-Eke, Nigeria; “To Bury A Curious Girl” by Amirah Al Wassif, Egypt; “Savio” by Rigel Portales, Philippines; “Nani’s Chai” by Navin Desai, United States; “Fifteen” by Ana Reisens, Spain
Best American Short Stories nominees in 2024: “Chamelemom” by Nathaniel Spencer-Cross; “Green Door” by Kathleen Hellen; “Quaking” by Kimberly W. Heiman
Best American Essays nominee in 2024: “Red Red Roses” by Jadi Campbell, Germany and United States; “Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is Terrorism Against Women’s Bodies” by Nagasha Martina, Uganda
Pushcart Prize nominees in 2023: Edward Edmond Eduful, Ariana Lee, Mackenzie Duan, Alyza Taguilaso,Marcus Ugboduma and Simon Thaddeus Tsaga
Best American Short Stories nominees in 2023: Tyler Hein, Hec Lampert-Bates, Lena Petrović, Kashvi Ramani
Best American Essays nominee in 2023: Ian Stewart
Pushcart Prize nominees in 2022: Joanna Cockerline, Alex Stein, AlfredoSalvatore Arcilesi, Luiza Louback, Joshua Effiong, Kristin W. Davis
Pushcart Prize nominees in 2021: Laneikka Denne, Kalpna Singh-Chitnis, Sunday Obiageli, Esther Iyanuoluwa, Dean Gessie, Ashley Sophia
IHRAM QUARTERLY LITERARY MAGAZINE Indigenous Voices
OUT NOW — IN PRINT!
Throughout history and across the globe, Indigenous people have faced silenced voices, profound injustices, and forced displacement from their homes and communities. However, they continue to rise; sharing their stories with courage and pride and beautifully threading their ideas of spirituality and mythology into the innate fabric of their narratives. The authors and artists in Indigenous Voices urge us to challenge the past, draw insight from their themes, and carry their knowledge into our present and future.
IHRAM Magazine proudly provides a platform for these native voices, offering a space for poetry and prose to resonate with reflections of heart, hope, and the enduring connection to land. The IHRAM magazine was created with a simple goal: to celebrate and uplift up-and-coming authors from all over the world; each of the authors in this anthology contend with their identities in the context of their environments, providing readers with their unique perspectives on issues of human rights
Thank you for being part of a greater cause.
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IHRAM QUARTERLY LITERARY MAGAZINE Childhood Dreams and Aspirations
OUT NOW — IN PRINT!
A child’s experiences will shape their entire life, from their dreams to their aspirations, all the way into adulthood. The authors and artists featured in Childhood Dreams and Aspirations boldly share their firsthand accounts and reflect upon their youth experience: tales of childhood memories trans- formed into life lessons, challenges faced by teachers, war-affected youths, and advice to our future children.
IHRAM Magazine proudly creates a space for authors to spread their voices through poetry and prose, championing for youth empowerment and childhood dreams. The IHRAM magazine was created with a simple goal: to celebrate and uplift up-and-coming authors from all over the world; each of the authors in this anthology contend with their identities in the context of their environments, providing readers with their unique perspectives on issues of human rights.
Thank you for being part of a greater cause.
Find your home country below and purchase a copy of the 2024 Literary Magazine. If your home base is not listed, don’t worry! CLICK HERE OR THE COVER IMAGE TO VIEW ONLINE.
IHRAM QUARTERLY LITERARY MAGAZINE Reflections of Feminine Empowerment
OUT NOW — IN PRINT!
The pieces featured in this quarter’s magazine explore themes of economic parity, workplace equity, and the ongoing pursuit of gender equality. IHRAM Magazine proudly advocates for peaceful feminism through creativity that sparks dialogue and promotes unity. Through poetry, prose, and visual art, we delve into not only the challenges but also the triumphs of women worldwide, amplifying voices often marginalized and celebrating the resilience found in shared stories.
The IHRAM magazine was created with a simple goal: to celebrate and uplift up-and-coming authors from all over the world; each of the authors in this anthology contend with their identities in the context of their environments, providing readers with their unique perspectives on issues of human rights.
Thank you for being part of a greater cause.
Find your home country below and purchase a copy of the 2024 Literary Magazine. If your home base is not listed, don’t worry! CLICK HERE OR THE COVER IMAGE TO VIEW ONLINE.
IHRAM QUARTERLY LITERARY MAGAZINE RESILIENCE AMIDST DISPLACEMENT
OUT NOW — IN PRINT!
Home is a privilege so many of us take for granted. Whether it’s a simple roof over our heads, enclosed walls to shelter our loved ones, or the luxury of a locked door. The authors and artists featured in Resilience Amidst Displacement: Voice of a Refugee bravely share their stories and reflect upon the experiences of others; tales of being torn from home, watching their cities destroyed from afar, navigating unfamiliar cultures, and reconstructing their understanding of home within themselves.
The IHRAM magazine was created with a simple goal: to celebrate and uplift up-and-coming authors from all over the world; each of the authors in this anthology contend with their identities in the context of their environments, providing their unique perspectives on issues of human rights.
Thank you for being part of a greater cause.
Find your home country below and purchase a copy of the 2024 Literary Magazine. If your home base is not listed, don’t worry! CLICK HERE OR THE COVER IMAGE TO VIEW ONLINE.
IHRAM Publishes
Literary Magazine 2023
IHRAM LITERARY MAGAZINE 2023 COLLECTED WORKS
OUT NOW — IN PRINT!
If art is a window, consider this magazine a direct line — a can and string mechanism — to a fellow human, a world away. The beauty of the International Human Rights Art Movement is that we are not just another soldier in the fight for global human equality; we are a peaceful space for human connection and reflection. We envision a world where artist activism is honored as a human right, and a source of social change.
The IHRAM magazine was created with a simple goal: to celebrate and uplift up-and-coming authors from all over the world; each of the authors in this anthology contend with their identities in the context of their environments, providing their unique perspectives on issues of human rights
Find your home country below and purchase a copy of the 2023 Literary Magazine. If your home base is not listed, don’t worry! CLICK HERE OR THE COVER IMAGE TO VIEW ONLINE.
“Regreso a casa” by Brittany Dulski
Ana bustled around her small senior living apartment downtown. It was a nervous kind of energy; the kind that requires a deep focus on something like removing non-existing scuff marks on the floor.
