At Girls Write Now, we break down the barriers of gender, race, age and poverty to mentor the next generation of writers and leaders. Together, our community channels the power of our voices and stories to shape culture, impact industries and inspire change.
PAIR PIECES: WINDOWS & MIRRORS



three generations of women: side by side
We wanted to present our generational stories to look for connections across various women’s…



Where We’re From
New York skyscrapers are far from the sky-scraping Smoky Mountains, and in combining our…



Writing My World: Window Into Our Lives
We used a website to showcase our ever-changing writing styles and emphasize the connection…



Two Generations
Our project highlights life through the view of two very different generations.



you, me, and the borough
Lena and Courtney are both New Yorkers—but they live in different boroughs: Brooklyn and…

It’s Carnival
The colors, sights, and sounds of Carnival have long been a favorite of Samantha's. West Indians take over Brooklyn for the Labor Day weekend and…
Our Love
I wrote “Our Love” to try and replicate what it feels like to be in a loveless relationship.
Deconstructed
Welcome to deconstructed. — fostering a community that draws attention to mental health through creative writing and art & resources for marginalized groups.

The Witch and her Wings
A short introduction to a story about a witch who can make wings out of snow.

Bande Dessinée
A collage of paint and vibrant colors that represent the old comic art style.

Her House Becomes Relic
I think it’s the pattern of my family to think no one understands me because my reaction to grief is to wish I could be…
Let’s Create Together
We are a diverse, multi-generational, passionate community of writers, creatives, leaders, artists and activists who all share a love of stories. Our programs are interwoven with wellness- and activist-minded curricula and offer endless opportunities for friendship, networking and professional development support.

UPCOMING EVENTS

September 23 – 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm ET
Meet Up at Maméfest: A POC-Centered Music Festival

Get into the groove of the new Girls Write Now Collaboratory year and meet fellow mentors and mentees at a music festival! Girls Write Now has been invited as a non-profit partner to Mamé Fest.

September 29 – 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm ET
Becoming New Saints – Agents Of Justice, Peace, & Change with Lama Rod Owens

Join us for a Friday Night Salon with Lama Rod Owens, a Buddhist Lama and intersectional thought leader as he shares a guide for those who would dream a more just, ethical world into being.
Create Write Now with Women & Gender-expansive Teaching Artists


JOIN THE CIRCLE
The Girls Write Now Circle is a select group of multigenerational leaders committed to amplifying diverse voices. Circle benefits start at the $500 level.

BECOME A PARTNER
Together, let’s mentor the next generation to be creative, communicative and competitive candidates shaping the future of your company and industry.

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