Writing Group Proposal

Writing Group Proposal

Thanks for your interest in volunteering to facilitate a LitArts RI Writing Group!
LitArts RI onboards new writing groups each spring as space becomes available. Writing Group Proposals are evaluated based on the current needs of the community. A full rubric can be viewed here.

LitArts RI Writing Group Facilitators are responsible for moderating the writing group, setting up its schedule and format, and managing all direct communications. Before proceeding, please:
- Read LitArts RI’s Facilitator Agreement and Safe Space Guide
- Review our website to ensure you are not proposing a group for a specific genre or community already on offer
- Think through your idea and reflect on your commitment to leading a community group as a LitArts RI volunteer
Thank you! Please submit only one writing group proposal per year. We will keep your proposal on file until our next onboarding period, and will reach out in the spring if we can accommodate your group.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Pronouns
Email*
example@example.com
Proposed Writing Group Name*
Would the group meet online or at the LitArts RI Center?*

OnlineLitArts RI Center
How frequently would the group meet?*

Biweekly (twice a month)MonthlyOther
How long would each meeting last? (LitArts RI writing groups may reserve up to six meeting hours per month, and must meet during current open hours, listed on our website)

1 hour1.5 hours2 hours3 hoursOther
Can you commit to facilitating this group for one calendar year (barring any unforeseen circumstances)?

YesNoI'd like to discuss this
What general type of group are you proposing? (select all that apply)

Critique group (participants submit work to the group for feedback)Accountability group (participants share progress on projects and discuss challenges)Generative group (participants write during meetings and/or respond to prompts)Discussion group (participants discuss craft, genre, identity-based or professional topics)Other
Please provide a short 1-2 sentence description of this group for promotion (see litartsri.org/community for examples).*

0/150
Please share any specific ideas you have on the group's format. How will meeting time be structured? *

0/250
How do you envision this group supporting its participants? What will it offer to the community? *

0/250
Why do you want to facilitate a group at LitArts RI? How will this role support you personally?*

0/250
Any additional areas of support you anticipate needing (accessibility accommodations, equipment, technical support, etc.)?

0/100
Awesome! Now, let us know why you’re the right person to facilitate this group for our community. Any relevant background or experience you’d like us to know about? *

0/200
Anything else you'd like us to know? Any questions?
LitArts RI is required to submit background checks for all volunteer facilitators; we cover the cost of these checks.
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