Girls Write Now

Girls Write Now GIRLS WRITE NOW is a national premier creative writing and mentoring organization for young women and gender expansive youth aged 14-24.
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We are a community of women and nonbinary writers—educators, editors, poets, novelists, playwrights, journalists, literary agents, publishers, and more—on a mission. Since 1998 we’ve provided guidance, support, and opportunities for New York City's high school girls to develop their creative, independent voices, explore careers in professional writing, and learn how to make healthy choices in school, career, and life.

A Friday Night Salon is part author talk, part writing workshop, and part creative gathering—and we love them for that. ...
06/01/2026

A Friday Night Salon is part author talk, part writing workshop, and part creative gathering—and we love them for that. ✨

Last week, Meghan Rabbitt joined us for an inspiring conversation about women’s health, the journey behind The New Rules of Women’s Health, and the stories we carry in our bodies. The audience left with fresh perspective from thoughtful writing prompts and a reminder that their experiences matter.

Swipe through to explore a few of the prompts from the evening, and keep an eye on our events page for more Friday Night Salons coming up this summer. We can't wait to write with you. 💛

https://buff.ly/WIdhM7s

The deadline for our Famesick Writing Contest with Lena Dunham is almost here! Submissions close Monday, June 1. 📥If you...
05/29/2026

The deadline for our Famesick Writing Contest with Lena Dunham is almost here! Submissions close Monday, June 1. 📥

If you’ve been sitting with an idea, drafting something quietly, or meaning to put the finishing touches on a piece, consider this your sign to spend the weekend with it. ✍️💡

We can’t wait to read your work. Submit by Monday, June 1: https://buff.ly/sqYvyfM

Women are too often taught to downplay pain, question their instincts, and stay quiet about what they need. We’re changi...
05/22/2026

Women are too often taught to downplay pain, question their instincts, and stay quiet about what they need. We’re changing that conversation.

At this Friday Night Salon, longtime Girls Write Now mentor and supporter Meghan Rabbitt, author of The New Rules of Women’s Health, will guide us through the power of self-advocacy—helping us build the language, confidence, and clarity to speak up for our health ❤️‍🩹

Join us for an evening of reflection, connection, and reclaiming one of our most powerful tools: our voices. Open to the public, including GWN Mentors, Mentees, and Members: https://buff.ly/aR0QeX2

We’re still thinking about the incredible conversation we had last month with the team behind ASK E. JEAN — and now, we ...
05/21/2026

We’re still thinking about the incredible conversation we had last month with the team behind ASK E. JEAN — and now, we can’t wait to see the film on the big screen. 📽️

On April 24, we had the pleasure of hosting a Friday Night Salon with the film’s Director and Producer, Ivy Meeropol, and Editor, Ferne Pearlstein, who gave us an inside look at the making of the documentary. We’re excited to see it all come together at the IFC Center this weekend!

ASK E. JEAN dives into the life of E. Jean Carroll, a trailblazing writer, razor-sharp humorist, and the only woman to defeat Donald J. Trump in court. Twice. Directed by Ivy Meeropol, the film is as funny as it is furious, as personal as it is political. It’s about survival, reinvention, and what it takes to stand your ground when the stakes couldn’t be higher.

Premiering at NYC's IFC Center, May 21–28 with special filmmaker Q&As opening weekend: https://buff.ly/WgY1NAa

Stories can change lives, and every young writer deserves the chance to tell theirs 💛 The Lena Dunham Fund for Girls Wri...
05/21/2026

Stories can change lives, and every young writer deserves the chance to tell theirs 💛 The Lena Dunham Fund for Girls Write Now is rooted in a simple belief: when young people are given the tools, encouragement, and community to tell their stories, incredible things happen.

If Girls Write Now’s mission speaks to you, we hope you’ll consider donating—and sharing this with someone who believes in the power of young voices, too. Every contribution helps open the door for the next generation of writers ✍️

Donate today: https://buff.ly/hGUDILI

Still looking for your next opportunity? We’ve got you ✨This month’s roundup is full of ways to build experience, grow y...
05/19/2026

Still looking for your next opportunity? We’ve got you ✨

This month’s roundup is full of ways to build experience, grow your skills, and move closer to the future you’re imagining! These opportunities are open through the end of the month ⏳

When you create your free Girls Write Now Portal account, you unlock access to even more jobs, internships, scholarships, writing opportunities, and resources designed to support your next step!

Get started today: https://buff.ly/wOp2rs1

💸 Money on your mind? Same.Whether you’re trying to budget better, build confidence around finances, or just figure out ...
05/19/2026

💸 Money on your mind? Same.
Whether you’re trying to budget better, build confidence around finances, or just figure out where to start, this session is for you! Join us and our friends at Raymond James for a conversation that makes money talk feel way less intimidating.

Get practical tips for navigating your finances, explore career possibilities in the finance world, and learn how to make your money move smarter for your future ✨

Sign up today: https://buff.ly/1AsVUzF

Last call for an unforgettable summer in creative community! 😎☀️ This is the final day to apply for our Summer 2026 Cycl...
05/15/2026

Last call for an unforgettable summer in creative community! 😎☀️ This is the final day to apply for our Summer 2026 Cycle, where you'll be matched with a mentor or mentee to embark on a creative Journey 👯‍♀️

Mentees and mentors get the benefits of writing resources, group meetings, job and internship opportunities, and so much more! Here's a peek at some of our Journeys:
📚 Summer Book Club: Fantasy
✍️ Stories of Becoming: Crafting YA Romance
💌 Writing Our Way to Wellness
💼 Career Exploration: From Searching to Securing the Position
🌟 & More!

Apply today: https://buff.ly/FaOfvW7
Open to women and gender expansive people in the U.S. aged 14+

Young writers, this one's for you ✨ Lena Dunham's Famesick Writing Contest is open and awaiting your submission! At its ...
05/13/2026

Young writers, this one's for you ✨ Lena Dunham's Famesick Writing Contest is open and awaiting your submission! At its core, the contest is centered on storytelling as a space for reflection, expression, and wellness. What better way to find and strengthen your voice than by shaping your own experiences into story 💛✍️

You have until June 1 to apply! If you are not already a mentee or member of Girls Write Now, we encourage you to sign up for a Mentor on Demand session for support ideating, structuring, and/or editing your piece. 🤝

Learn more + apply: https://buff.ly/ycTkosB

We could tell their stories for them. Or they can tell you themselves. 🧡 Swipe to hear from six mentees seeking mentors....
05/11/2026

We could tell their stories for them. Or they can tell you themselves. 🧡 Swipe to hear from six mentees seeking mentors. You won’t just give — you’ll get:
✨ Creative renewal—a structured space to write, share, and play, on your calendar.
✨ Cross-generational connection that's increasingly hard to come by anywhere else.
✨ Sharper storytelling and communication skills that travel back into your day job.
✨ A community of thousands of mentor-peers across publishing, tech, finance, fashion, health, and beyond.
✨ A completed creative project—zine, story collection, or portfolio piece—at the end of every 3-month Journey.

Whatever you do, you write. A mentee needs you. Apply by May 15 at the link in our bio: https://buff.ly/Df0JtXd

Hear more from mentees seeking mentors: https://buff.ly/JRib8ok

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