Become a Shut Up & Write! Organizer
Inspire Writers. Build Community. Make an Impact.
Shut Up & Write! organizers create welcoming, distraction-free spaces where writers can come together, stay accountable, and develop sustainable writing habits. By hosting regular writing sessions, you’ll help writers in your community stay focused, meet their goals, and feel supported—whether online or in person.
No experience is necessary! If you love writing and want to create a space for others to do the same, you’re already qualified!
What Does a Shut Up & Write! Organizer Do?
As an organizer, your role is to facilitate structured writing sessions using the SUAW Method. You don’t need to teach, critique, or provide writing prompts—just create a space for writers to show up and write.
Your Key Responsibilities:
Host recurring writing sessions—either in-person or online.
Follow the SUAW Method—structured writing time, no critique, no pressure.
Create a welcoming, distraction-free space where writers can focus.
Encourage consistency—building a community takes time!
Use SUAW’s official platforms (Meetup & website discussions) to stay connected with attendees.
Why Become an Organizer?
Support Your Own Writing: Stay accountable to your own projects while helping others.
Join a Global Movement: Connect with over 100,000 writers worldwide.
Build Leadership Skills: Learn how to facilitate and grow a writing community.
Expand Your Network: Meet like-minded writers, academics, and creatives.
Make an Impact: Help others develop sustainable writing habits in a supportive environment.
How to Become an Organizer
Becoming an organizer is simple and takes less than 30 minutes! Here’s how:
Start the Organizer Training → Learn the Shut Up & Write! Method and how to run a great event.
Take the Organizer Pledge → Commit to upholding SUAW’s values and method.
Connect with Our Team → Pick a time to meet with our team for a quick video call. We want to know you!
List Your First Event → Set up your event and start building your community!
Ready to get started? Click below to begin your training and launch your first Shut Up & Write! event.
Write With Us!
Become part of something bigger at Shut Up & Write! Our community believes in the power of connection and creativity. When you join us, you'll make progress on your own writing while also supporting fellow writers.
