Intergenerational Creative Writing Workshop

Intergenerational Creative Writing Workshop

  • UNDER 16 WITH PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN

18 participants from across all generations will meet for 5 workshops to write together. Open to anyone aged 8 to 108!

By The Eric Liddell Community

Select date and time

Wednesday, April 30 · 4:30 - 6pm GMT+1

Location

The Eric Liddell Community

15 Morningside Road Edinburgh EH10 4DP United Kingdom

Agenda

4:30 PM

Guided Discussion


For the first half our guest teacher will talk about their art form and a topic of choice, providing example and facilitating a conversation amongst the group.

5:15 PM

Break


A brief break to use the loo, stretch your legs, have a cuppa.

5:20 PM

Collaborative Writing


Divided in groups of 3, participants will write something new and original in response to the previous discussion

About this event

Here at The Eric Liddell Community we believe in creating an Intergenerational Community where everyone is welcomed, all opinions are valued and we can learn from each other at every stage of our lives.

Our Intergenerational Creative Writing project aims to create a space of conversation and connection where people aged 8 to 108 will be able to discuss important topics and, through the means of creative writing, create a lasting document of their ideas and connections.


Each workshop will be run by an experienced writer and focus on a different form of writing.


Wednesday 30th April: Storytelling with Niall Moorjani

Wednesday 7th May: Poetry with Dr. Katie Ailes from Loud Poets

NO WORKSHOP ON WEDNESDAY 14TH MAY

Wednesday 21st May: Writing for and with community with Naomi Head

Wednesday 28th May: Speculative Fiction with Eris Young

Wednesday 4tt June: Editing with Guest Teacher to be announced


Spaces are free BUT LIMITED so signing up is necessary


At the end of the project all work will be gathered and printed. Each participant will receive a copy of Writing Across Generations and a Launch Event will be held to celebrate and share the work - date to be decided with the participants.


Hot drinks, water and biscuits will be provided at each workshop, as will all writing materials.

The event will be held at The Eric Liddell Community, an accessible space with step-free access and accessible toilets.


The event is part of The Eric Liddell Community (Registered Charity SC003147) and funded by the National Lottery Community Fund.

Frequently asked questions

What is an Intergenerational Project?

Intergenerational Projects are activities created with the aim to connect people of different generations so that we can all learn from and with each other. Connecting is at the core of the project, and we aim to make sure that everyone feels heard and valued, regardless of their age.

Is it free?

Yes, everything about this project is entirely free because we are very generously being funded by The National Lottery Improving Lives fund. Everyone involved in the project is being paid a living wage and a fair fee.

Do I have to attend all the sessions?

We expect participants to attend all the sessions. We are aiming to write together and to create lasting, intergenerational connections, so attending all sessions will give participants the chance to get to know each other.

Do you have to be a writer to take part?

Not at all! The event is open to people with all levels of experience. All you need is an interest in writing and a desire to connect.

I want to take part but I am under 16, can I come along?

You most definitely can! However, due to safeguarding policies, a legal guardian will have to be present on the premise. They can either take part in the project with you or be waiting outside the room, although we highly recommend the first option!

I want to take part but I am over 75, will I be too old?

Not at all, The Eric Liddell Community specializes in activities for older populations so you won't be alone at all. The workshop will also be held in a ground floor, step-free room, and accessible toilets are located nearby. Sadly, this is not a Dementia-Friendly activity.

I want to take part but I am unsure I am the right age to participate

Don't be! Age does not matter in this workshop, all that matters is that you want to come along, meet people, and try your hand at writing!

How do I take part?

Fill in this form online https://forms.office.com/e/3Q7Cpkvf2H . If you would prefer the form in a hard copy you can pick up copies from The Eric Liddell Community front desk and return them there.

You are asking for personal information in the form, how is it being stored?

All information will be stored safely according to GDPR laws and will be destroyed at the end of the project. If you wish to no longer take part in the project and have your information removed before just email curtif@ericliddell.org and they will be permanently deleted.

Is the building accessible?

Yes, The Eric Liddell Community is an accessible building and the workshop will be held in a ground floor, step-free room. Accessible toilets are located on the same floor.

I have more questions

You can contact me (Fiamma) at curtif@ericliddell.org, call me on 07842444976 or come meet me in person at The Eric Liddell Community, 15 Morningside Road, on the 17th April between 2.30pm - 4pm to ask any questions.

Organized by

The Eric Liddell Community is an Edinburgh care charity and community hub founded in 1980, in memory of the inspirational Olympic gold medallist, Eric Liddell whose win in the 1924 Paris Olympics was the subject of the film ‘Chariots of Fire’.

The charity is housed in a beautiful converted former church giving home to our caring services and community hub.