Writing Change, Writing Inclusion Mentoring Program

Our mentoring program is designed for people who are emerging into the writing and literature space. We will pair you with a writer who can guide you through the initial stages of your writing practice. They will provide advice, editorial support, set tasks, and keep you accountable on your journey to becoming a writer.

The mentoring program will run for 6 months with at least 3 contact hours a month. The program commences in September 2023 and ends in February 2024.

Participating in the program will also give you the chance to network with other writers and be profiled on the Centre for Stories website.

Applications open 2 June 2023 and close 11.59pm AWST 7 July 2023.

The successful applicant will be notified by email in the weeks following the closure of the application date.

Please ensure you read the guidelines before applying.

All are welcome to apply. As an organisation that champions inclusivity, we highly encourage people from diverse backgrounds (including CaLD, LGBTQIA+, POC, First Nations and people living with a disability) to apply.

For inquiries, including questions regarding access needs, get in touch: info@centreforstories.com

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Publication includes: website publication, journal articles, print media, anthologies, books, chap books, zines, etc.

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For example: help with editing, help with writing technique, planning, networking, etc.

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In the form of a short story/stories of between 1500-3000 words, 8 poems, or 12 A4 pages of writing/script writing

I can commitment to at least 3 hours a month of mentoring for 6 months starting September 2023 *

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I acknowledge the expected outcomes of the Fellowship: 1) To produce at least one completed work (prose up to 3000 words or eight poems) for publication on Centre for Stories website, or in other Centre for Stories publications. 2) To participate in events and workshops hosted by the Centre for Stories, when applicable. *

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