Thu 20 November 2025
NAWE aims to put creativity at the heart of education. NAWE is a charity funded largely by its members fees and donations.
Mon 6 Oct 2025
We are delighted to announce that Naomi Alderman and Peter Sansom will be our opening speakers at Inspiring Writing, this year’s NAWE Online Conference on 7 and 8 November 2025. Read more...

NAWE's mission is to advocate for Creative Writing: enhancing knowledge and understanding of the subject and developing and supporting writers and good practice in teaching and facilitation in all settings.  

Mon 22 Sep 2025 to Mon 8 Dec 2025
Step into the threshold between worlds and explore your creative voice through animal guides, ancient symbols, and seasonal spirit. A folklore-inspired writing course by poet Mab Jones.
Deadline: Fri 21 Nov 2025
Are you aged 18-25 and passionate about poetry and eager to develop your creative career? East Riding Libraries are seeking a young writer aged 18 to 25 to be their first Young Poet Laureate, receiving 6 months of mentorship from established East Riding poets.
NAWE Magazine

The NAWE magazine, Writing in Education, features articles on critical issues and workshop techniques, plus a wealth of news items.

Issue 96 (Autumn 2025) is now available online. Log in to read 

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NAWE Conference

Conference Programme 

Recordings from Inspiring Writing, this year's NAWE Online Conference, are available now.

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Opening Speakers

This year's opening speakers are Professor Naomi Alderman (Friday 7 November 2025) and Peter Sansom (Saturday 8 November 2025).

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