Writers Matter
An innovative program, meeting writers where they are.
WHO
WE
ARE
The Writers Matter Program provides opportunities for students from elementary school to high school to learn critical writing skills through the use of journaling as a vehicle for self-expression. Through writing about their feelings and experiences, students can find an effective emotional outlet at a time when it is most important.
Writers Matter is a motivational strategy that encourages students to share personal stories with each other, listen to other voices, and develop effective personal relationships with peers to provide more tolerance and appreciation of others. To learn more about what we do, click or tap “Learn More.”
Our Mission in Practice
Working with students of all backgrounds from grades 3-9.
Over 20,000 students served since 2005.
Utilizing research-based teaching methods.
OUR VISION
The Writers Matter Program was established to inspire and motivate middle school students to enhance their writing skills through personal expression. Through research-backed teaching strategies, we have observed the emergence of a nurturing learning environment, strengthened teacher-student relationships, and more effective approaches to classroom management. To learn more about our mission, unique approach, and on-the-ground work, click the button below to watch the Writers Matter Documentary.
“This program is the single most effective vehicle for engaging students in the classroom. Not only does the work promote tolerance and understanding among adolescents, it creates an atmosphere and culture of compassion and understanding. When teens feel empowered to use and share their voice their lives change. In the meantime, they become better writers.”
OUR STUDENTS
Our students come from a diverse range of backgrounds, neighborhoods, and contexts. Through work alongside our partner schools, we have developed a program that speaks to each student in an extraordinary way ~ by giving students the space and tools to speak powerfully and openly about their own experiences. To see our students’ incredible work, click the button below or follow us on social media.
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IN THE NEWS
‘Voiceless’ concert with Mt. Airy rapper and poet (2023 - Chestnut Hill Local)
Philly hip-hop artist helps students find their voce with “Writers Matter” program
(2023 - ABC 6 Action News)
Black Lives Matter movement inspires Philly students’ writing
(2020 - WHYY)
At C.W. Henry, learning is a community effort (2019 - The Philadelphia Tribune)
Thank you for your interest in our pursuit to change lives through the transformative power of writing. We welcome you to fill out the form below to contact us with any questions or register for our newsletter. You can also find our donation page below.
Contact us.
Email us at lewinski@lasalle.edu, or fill out the adjacent form.