Signature Kartunet Narratives
At Kartunet, writing is not just a sequence of words, but an instrument for social change. We apply high standards for Diction (word choices) and Accessibility to ensure the message of inclusion is delivered without bias and can be enjoyed by everyone, including screen reader users.
Inclusive Diction Standards
We are highly selective in our terminology. Ensure your writing follows these rules:
- Avoid Derogatory Terms (e.g., "Cacat"): Use the term Disability or Difabel (Different Abled People). We view disability as human diversity, not physical defect.
- Avoid the Word "Normal": Do not use the word "normal" to refer to non-disabled people. Use Non-Disabled or General Public. Using "normal" implicitly labels disability as "abnormal".
- Person-First Language: Focus on the person, not the barrier. For example, use "A person with a physical disability" instead of "the crippled".
Content Accessibility Standards
As advocates for digital accessibility, your manuscript must follow these technical rules:
1Image Description (Alt-Text)
Every image included in your article must be accompanied by a clear text description.
Example: "Photo of a blind young man operating a laptop using a Braille Display in a library."
2Logical Heading Structure
Use sub-headings to break down long points. This helps screen reader users navigate the main points of your writing without having to read from the beginning.
3Descriptive Links
Avoid using links with the text "Click here". Use text that describes the destination of the link, for example: "Download the 2026 Digital Accessibility Research Report".
4Word Count (Recommendation)
To provide in-depth information, we recommend a minimum of 500 words. However, this is just a recommendation, not a strict limit for submission.
Rubrics & Post Categories
To ensure your submission reaches the right audience, please write for one of our 7 official categories below:
Kabar Kartunet
News, event announcements, press releases, product launches, or documentation of internal community and editorial activities.
Info & Peluang
Inclusive job vacancies, scholarships, training programs, competitions, business grants, or other capacity-building opportunities for persons with disabilities.
KARFIKSI (Sastra)
Original creative writing with aesthetic depth, showing disability themes or general human stories.
Inspirasi
Success stories, profiles of inspirational figures, human interest stories, or motivational pieces about overcoming barriers.
Teknologi Inklusif
Articles discussing assistive technology, accessible gadgets, screen reader tutorials, digital accessibility audits, or WCAG compliance guides.
Isu Disabilitas
Critical analysis, legal opinions, policy evaluations, human rights advocacy, or social-political commentary regarding disability and accessibility.
Opini (Edukasi & Gaya Hidup)
Opinions, reflections, book/movie reviews, or general lifestyle tips (financial management, health, parenting) that do not directly address disability issues.
How to Contribute?
We provide three easy ways for you to submit your articles and literary works:
💬 WhatsApp Bot Avika
Fastest way! Send your draft text directly via WhatsApp chat, and our Assistant (Avika) will format it and save it as a draft.
🌐 Web Form
Submit your article via our web form. You can upload your .docx file or copy-paste text directly, and preview the result instantly.
✉️ Email
Traditional way. Send your manuscript (.docx) along with a short bio to redaksi@kartunet.com.
For email, use subject: [CONTRIBUTION] Category - Name - Title