The African American Writers and Artists is a cultural organization established in 1981, for the purpose of providing a forum and creative outlet for writers and artists seeking to further their artistic career goals. Since that beginning, AAW&A has broadened as a community resource, to sponsor a variety of cultural, social and educational activities, i.e. conferences, writing workshops, visual exhibitions and performances – at schools K-12, colleges and universities, bookstore, galleries, theaters, television, coffee houses, etc.

 

Perhaps the most gratifying commitment of AAWA is its accomplishments in serving the community through our youth, working with and encouraging the development of their talents, and also as an alternative to involvement in destructive behavior. Members of AAWA conduct art, writing and storytelling workshops in schools, boys & Girls Clubs, Recreation Centers, as well as at the Girls Rehabilitation Facility at Juvenile Hall – (The Butterfly Has Wings Program)

 

The commitment of AAWA is to contribute to the goals of the City Arts Plan, established through the San Diego Commission Arts & Culture, targeting the arts and culture for tourists, the overall community and beyond, as well as its membership.