Writers Workshop

designed to elevate and empower 

Transform Your Writing Career with Breaking Free's Interdisciplinary Workshop for Emerging Black Writers.

About the Studio

Breaking Free is an interdisciplinary workshop for emerging or early-career Black writers interested in exploring creative outlets incorporating writing.

This eight-week workshop is designed to help Black writers produce content that will expand their portfolios and open up their career prospects in the Canadian media industry.

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2024 SUBMISSIONS CLOSED

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Our Workshop Journey

From initial submissions to the final presentation, each stage is crafted to support your creative growth and showcase your talents.

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    Submissions

    Submit your work and get ready to transform your writing with personalized feedback.

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    Workshop

    Collaborate with peers and mentors to refine your pieces in an engaging, supportive environment.

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    Production

    Develop your polished works into compelling productions with expert guidance.

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    Presentation

    Showcase your creations to an audience and celebrate your journey as a writer.

The Writers Workshop is for emerging Black writers who want to to explore and solidify themselves in their respective fields, whether thatโ€™s podcasting, filmmaking, theatre, multi-media storytelling, or other industries incorporating writing and the five senses.

โœฑ 8 Weeks


โœฑ 6 Writers

โœฑ In-person Sessions

โœฑ Live Presentations




2024 Guest Speakers

  • Khadijah Salawu guest speaker for the 2024 Breaking Free Writers Studio Workshop

    Khadijah Salawu

    ACTOR, WRITER, CREATIVE PRODUCER AND ARTIST-EDUCATOR

  • Terese Mason Pierre guest speaker for the 2024 Breaking Free Writers Studio Workshop

    Terese Mason Pierre

    WRITER AND EDITOR

Our Supporters

Weโ€™re grateful for the support of our donors and supporters who enable the work we do.

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