Policy Bylines
CIGI: Submission Guidelines
CIGI accepts papers and op-eds on digital governance and trade; lengths and response times vary by series, so target a specific one.
About CIGI
The Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) is a Canadian think tank working on digital governance, international trade, and the governance of emerging technologies.
Topics they accept
CIGI accepts external contributions on digital governance and international trade. If your piece sits at the edge of these areas, frame the pitch around the overlap rather than the exception — editors commission what they can place in an existing coverage line.
Formats
The outlet primarily publishes papers and op-eds. Match the format to the argument: a single sharp claim belongs in the shortest format the outlet runs, while a piece that needs evidence laid out in sequence belongs in the longer one.
Length requirements
Typical length: Varies — check their guidelines page. Treat this as the range editors expect to edit, not a hard ceiling. If your draft runs long, cut background before you cut evidence.
Response time
Reported response time: Varies — check their guidelines page. Response windows are typical ranges reported by contributors, not guarantees. If the window passes, one short follow-up note is professional; more than one is pushy.
What editors look for
- Match the format to the stage of your idea: a developed research finding fits a paper, a single sharp recommendation fits an op-ed.
- A governance angle is essential — frame technology stories around rules, institutions, and incentives rather than gadgets.
- Because lengths and routes vary by series, identify the specific publication series you are targeting before you pitch.
How to submit
Submission routes change from time to time, so always start from the outlet's own website: look for a "Submissions", "Write for us", or "Guidelines" page and follow the current instructions there. Read three or four recent pieces in your topic area before you draft, so tone, depth, and paragraph style match the house.
Looking for a home for tech-policy commentary? Strategic Insight Institute is currently accepting pitches — see the submission guidelines.
Ready to submit?
Review current contributor priorities and contact details on the main site before you pitch.
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