Mon 29 June 2026
NAWE aims to put creativity at the heart of education. NAWE is a charity funded largely by its members fees and donations.

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 27 Apr 2026 to Sun 31 Jan 2027
Spend nine months immersed in your story, developing the tools, techniques and motivation to push through to a finished novel. Apply by 12th April.
Deadline: Thu 2 Jul 2026
The V.S. Pritchett Short Story Prize seeks to find the best unpublished short story of the year. We are currently recruiting First Readers to help assess submissions for the 2027 Prize.
NAWE Magazine

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

Issue 98 (Spring 2026) is now available online. Log in to read 

Available via subscription to NAWE. Find out more

NAWE E-Bulletin

The Writer’s Compass is NAWE’s fortnightly e-bulletin for members packed with the latest jobs, opportunities and events in the sector.

Available via subscription to NAWE. Find out more

Have an opportunity or event with a creative writing professional development element you would like to share via the bulletin and our website listings? Find out more