black&write! is a national project with a dual focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander writing and editing. It is the first project of its kind in Australia. The black&write! Writing Fellowships are offered annually to two Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander writers. The fellowships include a prize of $10,000, editorial development and publication opportunities. The black&write! Editing Internships recruit, train and mentor Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander editors. Applications for the 2020 black&write! Writing Fellowships are now open! Read the guidelines and apply for a Fellowship here. Applications close Friday 28 February. black&write! encourages lifelong learning and literacy, and fosters a love of reading, writing and ideas. Writing Fellowships Find out about our Fellowships for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander writers. Read more Editing Internships Read about our internships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander editors. Read more Publications Discover the books black&write! has helped publish. Read More black&write! Editor Internships are supported by the Copyright Agency’s Cultural Fund. black&write! Fellowships are assisted by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body. The black&write! Project receives support from Perpetual's 2019 IMPACT Philanthropy Program. Copyright Agency Cultural Fund Australia Council logo