Mentorship and Support: Programmes for Emerging Poets
Starting out in any profession can be daunting, and the poetry world can seem particularly opaque – which is why mentorship schemes for emerging writers can be invaluable. Join our panel of Caitrin Armstrong, Head of Writing Communities at the Scottish Book Trust, Jim Carruth from the Clydebuilt Verse Apprenticeship Scheme and Nick Makoha from the Obsidian Foundation, to learn more about what mentorships are and what they aren’t. We’ll be discussing what support these organisations can offer, what challenges mentorship schemes can help you overcome, and what you might want to consider when applying.
Chaired through the ConVERSE Emerging Chairs Programme with the University of Edinburgh
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