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Technology & Writing: A Networking Event for Writers about AI, Cybersecurity, and How Tech Unlocks Your Creativity

Open to all mentees and program alum

Join the leading tech company Kyndryl at the Girls Write Now NYC headquarters to learn about tech, AI, and how to break into the ever-growing field. We will discuss the relationship between writing and AI and what we need to know about cybersecurity to feel safe, and engage in generative writing and networking activities.

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The Secret Sauce to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome with Jill Stoddard

Open to all mentees, all mentors, GWN staff, program alum and the public

Jill Stoddard knows the secret sauce to harnessing one's potential, letting go of self-limiting beliefs, and going after the big, bold, beautiful life and career you’ve always wanted. How does she know? Not only is she a psychologist, but she has lived it. Join Girls Write Now for an afternoon of intergenerational sharing that is sure to help you move past any fear, self-doubt, and imposterism you may hold, so you can choose a full and vibrant life.

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Be Inkluded: Elevating Marginalized Voices In the Literary Community

Open to all mentees, all mentors, program alum and the public

Join Girls Write Now and Inkluded, a nonprofit championing diversity in publishing by actively working to train and place young people from underrepresented groups into their first publishing jobs, as we discuss what it takes for marginalized voices to enter into and make it in the publishing industry. At this event. you will meet the founder of Inkluded, Michael Mejias, and hear more about his groundbreaking program and how to apply.

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Just Right or Just Write: Perfecting Your First Chapter with Penguin Random House

Open to corporate partner employees and Fiction 360 mentees

You spent the month of November writing what just might be the next Great American Novel, and now you're spent. After thirty days of burning the midnight oil, it's time to take a breather... before giving more life to your manuscript through the imminent editing process. But don't fret! After you've done all you can with your first ten or so pages, it's time to hand it over to the pros!

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PitchFest Extravaganza: Take Your Best Shot with a Book Agent

Open to all mentors, Fiction 360 mentees and program alum

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from the pros! Participating literary agencies include HG Literary, Jane Rotrosen, Lowenstein Associates, Sterling Lord Literistic, Stuart Krichevsky Literary Agency, Inc., Thompson Literary, Triangle House Literary, Writers House, and more!

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STARS Town Hall
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Youth Town Hall with STARS Citywide Girls Initiative

4 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036  | Open to all mentees, woman-identifying and trans* and gender-expansive members of the public

The Sports Training and Role-models for Success Citywide Girls Initiative (STARS CGI) is a collaboration of ten leading New York City nonprofits with missions to support girls and young women of color to overcome barriers to success, grow emotionally, academically and physically stronger, and give them the tools that they need to develop as leaders in their communities.

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New York State of Poetry Celebration and Reading

Open to the public

Join Teachers & Writers Collaborative and Girls Write Now for a celebration of the New York State of Poetry with a reception and readings. We'll also be announcing the 2024-25 New York State Youth Poet Laureate!

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