Write For the Culture Black Writers Conference

"Deep Like a River"

9/25/2026 - 9/27/2026

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Join us for the ultimate retreat for Black writers, storytellers, and creatives! Novelists, screenwriters, journalists, poets, rappers, songwriters, and filmmakers, the Write For the Culture Black Writers Conference is designed to celebrate your unique voice and help you elevate your craft. Join the waitlist to stay in the know.

In just three unforgettable days, you’ll discover a community of visionaries just like you, at a conference put together just for you. From the workshops to the mixers, these events were made to inspire and engage the creative in you.

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Who We Are & What We Do

Write For The Culture was created by Stalina Goodwin (The Melanated Word Nerd) as a program within her writing organization My Ambitions As A Writer. Write For The Culture exists to help black writers cultivate their creativity. We seek to celebrate our favorite black books, films, songs and their creators. With a focus on literacy in the black community, we empower black writers to add to the very culture that sets the trends for the rest of the world, Black culture. It is our belief that the ultimate act of revolution for black people isn't just to read and write, but to read and write well and boldly. We not only want to provide the methods that can help to make that happen, but we also want to bring to the forefront those in our community who are successfully doing that.

 

Here’s What to Expect

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• Engaging Workshops:
  Led by industry professionals, you'll gain insights on writing, publishing, filmmaking, playwrights, and storytelling across various mediums. Learn how to turn your ideas into impactful stories that resonate.

• Power Networking:
  Connect with fellow creatives, industry insiders, and potential collaborators. Build relationships that could spark your next big project.

• Inspiring Panels:
  Hear from successful authors, screenwriters, filmmakers, playwrights and songwriters as they share their journeys, challenges, and strategies for success.

• Writer Game Night & Live Performances:
  Experience live readings, spoken word, music performances, and screenings from talented participants.

• Creative Mastermind Sessions:
  Join small-group discussions to share ideas, overcome challenges, and refine your craft in a supportive environment.

• Relaxation and Rejuvenation:
  Between sessions, discover ways to recharge your creative energy.

 

Who Should Attend?

This conference is for Black storytellers, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out:

• Authors and novelists

• Playwrights

• Screenwriters and filmmakers

• Journalists and ghostwriters

• Poets and spoken word artists

• Rappers and songwriters

 

Ways To Get Involved

The Write For The Culture Black Writers Conference is currently looking for:

Vendors,

Sponsors,

Panel moderators,

Panel discussion experts nominations,

Keynote nominations

Volunteers.

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