Publications
Terms & Conditions

1.   Where Your Writing May Be Published

If your submission is selected for publication, it may appear in the following NAPAA platforms:

• The Resources tab of the NAPAA website, an accumulation of resources for the general public.

• The NAPAA e-newsletter, emailed to subscribers.

• In the future, selected articles may also be published in NAPAA’s print and/or digital magazine.

By submitting your work, you agree that it may be published in any or all of the above formats.

2.   Audience & Content Guidelines

NAPAA generally accepts submissions only from NAPAA professional members, who must submit informational, educational, or practical articles that align with the needs of the neurodivergent community and the professionals who support them. These submissions, if chosen, will be published as educational resources for the public on the NAPAA website and other platforms.

Articles should be:
✅ Informational or educational, OR
✅ Focused on providing practical tips and strategies.

We encourage a neuro-affirming and inclusive approach, acknowledging the diversity of neurodivergent experiences.

2.1    Exception for Lived Experience Submissions:

We welcome submissions from any neurodivergent individual (whether or not they are a member of NAPAA) for the Lived Experience section. These submissions can include personal stories, reflections, and insights on neurodivergent experiences. While submissions for the Lived Experience section are open to the public, all other content must come from NAPAA professional members. 

2.1.1. Aim

NAPAA is committed to amplifying the voices of the neurodivergent community. The Lived Experience section is designed to give neurodivergent individuals the opportunity to tell their stories, share their challenges and triumphs, and offer personal insights that will benefit others in the community.

2.1.2 Submission Guidelines

- You may choose to have your article published under your full name or an alias for privacy reasons. However, for record-keeping purposes, we require you to provide your full name and email address upon submission.

You are encouraged to share your story or experiences in an informal or narrative style, though please keep in mind that the content must still be informational or educational to be beneficial to the community.

2.1.3 Hyperlinks to Socials/Business Websites

Lived experience submissions are primarily about sharing personal insights and stories. Therefore, we do not allow hyperlinks to social media accounts or personal business websites to be included in the article itself, unless explicitly agreed upon by the editorial team. This ensures that the focus remains on the content and not personal promotion.

However, if you are a professional member of NAPAA, hyperlinks to your business or professional website will be included with your article, following the same guidelines for professional submissions.

2.1.4 Additional Notes

• If you choose to submit your lived experience piece anonymously or under an alias, please note that you must be willing to communicate privately with the NAPAA editorial team for any clarifications or follow-up, especially for record-keeping.

• Lived experience submissions that are accepted for publication will be featured in the Lived Experience section of the Resources tab on NAPAA’s website and may be included in the NAPAA newsletter or future publications.

3.   Submission Rules

3.1  Originality & Copyright

• Your submission must be your original work, and you must have the rights to allow NAPAA to publish it.

• If your article has been previously published elsewhere (e.g., your own website or another platform), you must still have the right to permit NAPAA to republish it.

• If NAPAA receives official notice of copyright or intellectual property infringement, the article will be removed from our platforms.

3.2  Language & Tone

• Articles should be accessible to a general audience. Avoid excessive technical jargon and define key terms if necessary.

• The tone must be affirming toward diverse neurotypes, cultural and gender identities, and sexualities. Disrespectful or derogatory content will not be accepted.

3.3  Accuracy & References

• If making claims about scientific facts or statistics, please provide references at the end of your submission to support fact-checking.

4.   Submission Format

Submissions must:
✔ Be in a Word document or Google Doc format.
✔ Include:

• Article Title

• Full Name of the Author

• Profession and/or Credentials

• Link to Your Business or Professional Website (if applicable)

  • The Article

• References (if applicable)

📩 Submit your article via email to editor@napaaustralia.org, addressed to the Editor.

5.   Editor’s Discretion and Final Decision:

NAPAA reserves the right to determine which submissions are selected for publication. While we aim to provide a platform for a diverse range of voices, we are not obligated to publish any submitted content. The final decision on whether a submission is chosen will rest with the editor's discretion, ensuring that it aligns with NAPAA’s mission and standards. 

6. Copyright & Article Removal Requests

• You retain the copyright to your submission.

• If your article is selected for publication, you may later request for one or more of your published articles to be removed by emailing editor@napaaustralia.org with:

  • A formal removal request

  • The full titles of the articles you wish to have removed.

• You will need to email from the email address that corresponds with your NAPAA membership, or we will need to take additional steps to verify your identity.

• NAPAA will confirm removal within 10 business days from the date of acknowledgment.

6.1   Limitations on Removal

• NAPAA cannot guarantee retroactive removal in all cases. This includes (but not limited to):

  • If the article has already been published in a printed or digital magazine before your request.

  • If members of the public have downloaded or printed copies of the article before removal.

7.   No Financial Compensation

• If your article is selected, there will be no financial remuneration from NAPAA.

• However, publishing with NAPAA provides significant benefits for the writer, including:

✔ Increased visibility and SEO boost by being featured on NAPAA’s website.
✔ Exposure to a wide audience interested in neuro-affirming services.

8.   Editorial Revisions

8.1  By submitting an article to NAPAA, you acknowledge that our editorial team may make minor edits to improve readability, clarity, formatting, and alignment with NAPAA’s style guidelines. This may include:

• Basic proofreading (grammar, punctuation, spelling)

• Adjustments for clarity and readability

• Formatting changes for consistency and SEO optimisation

8.2  If substantive edits are required—such as restructuring content, modifying tone, or making significant changes to meaning—the article will be returned to the author for review and approval before publication.

NAPAA reserves the right to adjust article titles, headings, and subheadings for improved engagement, searchability, and accessibility.

9.   NAPAA’s Right to Remove Content

NAPAA reserves the right to decline publication or remove published articles at any time without prior notice. This may occur if:

• The article is later found to violate these T&Cs.

• A legal or ethical concern arises regarding the content.

• The content no longer aligns with NAPAA’s mission or guidelines.

10.   Limitation of Liability

By submitting an article, you agree that:

• You are solely responsible for the content of your submission. If legal action arises from your article, NAPAA will not be held liable.

• NAPAA does not guarantee the accuracy of published content and does not take responsibility for any consequences resulting from its publication.

• NAPAA is not responsible for third-party use of published content once it has been made publicly available.

By submitting your article, you confirm that you have read and agreed to these Terms & Conditions.

📩 Submit your work to: editor@napaaustralia.org