Young Writers Committee - PEN

Young Writers Committee - PEN A worldwide network of young writers, united by PEN International’s century-long legacy to champion freedom of expression, creativity, and solidarity.

Through literature and shared experiences, we amplify each other’s voices to connect across borders A worldwide network of young writers united by PEN International’s 100 year legacy to defend freedom of expression, champion literature and cross border solidarity. At a time when young voices are being ignored or marginalised, we are making space for the youth to hear from their peers around the wo

rld. Through storytelling and exchanging experiences, we aim to amplify each other’s voices and connect across borders, focused on shared challenges into the future.

01/06/2026
20/05/2026

‘Alican Uludağ is a well-known and respected figure in Türkiye, whose only “crime” is daring to be a journalist. His targeting is yet another attempt to muzzle independent reporting and instil fear. We

19/05/2026

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15/05/2026

This Nakba Day, we remember the lives uprooted and the enduring resilience of Palestinians who continue to carry both grief and hope across generations.

A poem by Yousef Al-Qedra who writes from Gaza features in Voices of Gaza, available on our website.

We encourage you to read these important passages, watch the testimonies, and explore more voices: https://www.pen-international.org/gaza-collectionThis

14/05/2026

Poet imprisoned in relation to his views and activism   Mohamed Tadjadit is an Algerian poet and activist known for his impactful poems performed by the Hirak movement in Algeria that overthrew former president Abdelaziz Bouteflika. Known as ‘the poet of the Hirak’, Tadjadit has faced year

07/05/2026

Få innsikt i hva som driver unges medievaner nå!

29/04/2026

The Supreme State Security Prosecution on Monday referred activist Ahmed Douma to trial in Case No. 2449 of 2026, with proceedings scheduled to begin Wednesday before the New Cairo Summary Court, human rights lawyer Khaled Ali told Al Manassa.

28/04/2026

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