Authoring Action

Welcome to the home of Authoring Action (formerly The Winston-Salem Youth Arts Institute) —  a yearround arts education and outreach program for youth ages 12-18, designed to empower and develop youth, redefine learning and connection to community through creative writing and spoken word art, build social capital and support stronger communities for us all.  

Authoring Action = A= a powerful formula for change.

Our Words Will Pierce You

Featured Event

Thursday, April 1, 2010 - 12:00pm
Traveling exhibit - Opens in April in Durham — A community-based project led by Hidden Voices highlighting stories of homelessness in North Carolina. Learn more >>

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Youth have much to say and contribute to thriving, healthy communities for us all. Are you ready to listen?

Since 2002, Authoring Action programs have been empowering youth to claim authorship of their lives and serve as a force for positive change in our community. Our non-traditional approaches to writing and public speaking—“Writing Through the Senses” and “Sharing Eye-to Eye”—have proven successful in moving youth beyond preconceived notions or labels of ability to achievements never dreamed possible. 

We invite you to experience our youth and program in action (see video clips to the left), explore this site and sign up below to receive periodic updates about upcoming Authoring Action activities. 

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