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CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE

Learning Resources page

Part of our offering for young people, parents, teachers and anyone with a young person in their life, our Learning Resources page features free pre-recorded creative writing workshops, all tutored by some of today's most exciting writers.

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OPPORTUNITIES

Iron People

On Saturday 26 April, Northern Broadsides will present Iron People @ Eureka, a FREE outdoor performance inspired by Ted Hughes’ beloved books The Iron Man and The Iron Woman.

Creative Bridges 2025 conference

Lapidus International, the writing for wellbeing community, are welcoming proposals for the Creative Bridges conference and they are looking for a Writer in Residence to respond to the conference. Creative Bridges takes place online, 13-14th September 2025, and brings together writers, activists, researchers and practitioners from around the world to share knowledge on the role of writing in personal healing and social transformation. If you have a great idea for a presentation, workshop or wellbeing session exploring the intersection of writing, wellbeing and activism, Lapidus would love to hear from you. They are also seeking a Writer/Poet-in-Residence for the conference. This role is ideal for a writer who feels inspired by the themes of Writing for Wellbeing and Activism and is eager to capture the essence of the conference through reflective pieces, poetry, or prose. Apply for either opportunities by 1st May 2025.

Working Class Writers Nature Writing prize

Gaia (an imprint of the Octopus Publishing Group), Class Nature and The Working Class Writers Festival are on the hunt for a new voice in nature writing. To enter, submit your work by Midnight on 25 April 2025. The winner will receive two online Arvon masterclasses, one online Arvon writing day and more.

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