Mission and Values

The purpose of the Ōtepoti Writers Lab [ŌWL] Code of Conduct is to encourage diverse, inclusive, and safe participation in writing sessions for all members. The Code extends to everyone in the ŌWL community, including facilitators and participants. The Code applies to in-session time as well as ŌWL-related events and interactions outside the formal sessions.

Kaupapa

Central to ŌWL’s Kaupapa is to foster and encourage creative, daring, and truthful expression through writing. This is to be upheld in balance with the principle that sessions be as accessible and inclusive as possible.

Prior to attending any sessions with Ōtepoti Writers Lab, we encourage you to familiarise yourself with our Code, downloadable in easy read format here.