This is the offiicial WestWords YouTube channel.
WestWords is dedicated to celebrating and championing the stories of the people, places and cultures that comprise the heart of Western Sydney. WestWords Centre for Writing is based in Parramatta. A guiding philosophy of WestWords is a belief in the power of literature and literacy (written, oral and visual), self-expression and creativity to change lives and the experience of communities. With a strategic focus on children and young people and through a comprehensive program of workshops, residencies, fellowships and support for writers we offer professional opportunities for the growth of distinctive voices.
WestWordsâ defining principles
Access: ensuring participation for all young people aged 0 to 24
Diversity and inclusion: respecting cultural heritage and background as well as recent experience
Excellence: the hallmark for programming and skill development
Innovation: in programming to meet young peopleâs interests and aspirati