In today’s evolving workplaces, policies and processes matter — but what truly shapes an organization is how safe people feel within it.

StoryMirror invites professionals, managers, students, and working individuals to reflect on one powerful question:

What makes a workplace feel safe?

Is it being heard? Being respected? Being trusted?

Through this micro-writing challenge, we invite you to share your workplace story.

This initiative is inspired by themes explored in The HR Climate of the World, encouraging thoughtful dialogue around culture, inclusion, and psychological safety.

Write honestly. Write respectfully. Write from experience.

Rules

1. Word limit: Minimum 200 words
2. The submission must be original and unpublished.
3. Avoid naming or criticizing specific organizations or individuals.
4. Content must be respectful and constructive in tone.
5. One entry per participant.
6. The decision of StoryMirror will be final and binding on all participants.
7. There is no participation fee.

Winner:

-Signed copy of The HR Climate of the World

-Social media feature

-Digital recognition badge

2 Runners-Up:

-Social media feature

-Digital recognition badge

 Top 5 Entries:

-Published under a curated collection: “Voices on Workplace Safety”

Submission Period: 19th February 2026 – 28th February 2026

Results : March 2nd Week 2026 (Results will be published on StoryMirror and announced via email.)