This personal essay is a core memory of Summer 2019.
Story
Christiane Calixte
(she/ her) Mentee
Chrissy is a writer who attends school in Brooklyn and enjoys anything related to journalism, fiction and comic book writing. She is interested in anything writing and history related and wishes to travel the world when she is older.
Favorite Authors & Artists
Audre Lorde
Artist‘s Statement
This year I have been able to use my work with Girls Write Now as an outlet to express my thoughts, opinions, and emotions.
Upcoming Events
November 22 – 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET
Joy, Resistance, and Change: Healing through Cultural Storytelling
Within the multifaceted discussion of how to cultivate positive mental health practices, this studio will discuss exploring cultural identity as a means of nurturing oneself. Learn about how writing is used as a means of personal self-care and navigating rich cultural heritage.