Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Somos Escritoras is a Writing Workshop for Latina girls to share and perform stories from their experiences using art, theater, and writing as a tool for self-reflection and self-examination.​

​Girls are eligible to apply if they:

• You are entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in the upcoming school year.

• You can attend all dates.

• You have permission from a parent, guardian, or caretaker to apply.

• Have a strong desire to attend our writing workshop

• If you are selected, you must respond to our selection email to secure your spot.​

To be considered for the writing workshop, all girls must:

• Be fully invested in the workshop and strongly desire to participate in our workshop.

• Must be available and committed to attend all program dates.

• Girls who have permission from a parent/ guardian can apply and complete the application process.

Somos Escritoras is:

• Free to attend and apply

• Valued at $400

• Fully funded by grants and donations from the community - as a result all workshop dates are mandatory for selected applications​

Participants learn about BIPOC history, artists, and authors through videos, presentations, and texts (e.g., poetry, short stories, essays) that examine topics related to gender, culture, language, family, and identity.​

Our workshops are facilitated in English and Spanish and include games, art, and drawing as writing tools, as well as presentations from guest authors, poets, artists, etc.

• We believe everyone is a writer and storyteller who can write when given a chance to tell stories that matter to them.

• Our workshops are facilitated by a team of Latina writing mentors:

• classroom teachers, college students, and community artists

• guest authors and presenters.​

• Writing mentors support girls by writing and sharing alongside them.​

• We strive to create a collaborative space to share bravely as chicas y mujeres. 

• We are located in Austin, Texas, where we led our workshops.

• Applications open in the Spring.

• You (your daughter/ child) will be notified by email if you are selected.

• Notifications will sent on TBA.

• If selected, you will be provided with next steps.

• For additional information, you can contact us or email us.