I Am A Creator: I Am A Writer

I Am A Writer is the first branch of our I Am A Creator cultural programme. I Am A Creator is funded by investment from Arts Council England, through our status as an ACE National Portfolio Organisation. 

This programme has seen us working with libraries across the county and targeted groups in Bassetlaw, Ashfield, Mansfield and Newark & Sherwood. 

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Our target groups are: 

• People affected by dementia
• Older people 
• Specialist schools 
• Neurodivergent families 
• Wider public audiences, including audiences that can be/feel excluded from the arts

Inspire worked with seven professional writers to develop their creative practices for these target groups; to work collaboratively and engage creatively to produce co-created new stories and narratives.

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With the guidance of a professional writer, participants had the chance to explore their creativity in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Allowing space to share thoughts and stories and to try different types of writing – from poetry and memoir to fiction and playwriting. 

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