Community Contributor Guide
Our people power the Hannahville Potawatomi magazine. Are you an aspiring writer? Are you a photographer?
If you are also someone with a family milestone to share. We want to hear from you!
Community Election Campaigns are available. Send your inquiry to potawatomilife.com.
1. What We’re Looking For
Community Milestones: Graduations, birthdays, new arrivals, or wedding announcements.
Cultural Reflections: Thoughts on seasonal traditions, language learning, or historical memories.
Photo Submissions: High-resolution shots of local scenery, community events, or traditional crafts.
Youth Voices: Poems, school reports, or artwork from our students at Nah Tah Wahsh.
2. Photo Guidelines
Quality: Please send original files (don’t pull them from Facebook, as they lose quality).
Permissions: Make sure everyone in the photo has given permission to be featured.
Captions: Please include a brief description of who is in the photo and where it was taken.
2. Word Guidelines
Short Updates: 50–150 words (perfect for milestones).
Feature Articles: 300–600 words (interviews or cultural stories).
Submit to
1. Email: Send your text and photos to potawatomilife@gmail.com
2. Subject Line: Please use in your email: SUBMISSION: [Topic] – [Your Name]*.
Deadline: Submissions are reviewed on the 15th of every month for the following month’s digital feature.
Note: The editorial team reserves the right to edit submissions for length. They also ensure clarity, while maintaining the original spirit of the story.