Testimonials

Voices Shaping Our Journey

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Stories connect us, preserve our heritage, and inspire the next generation of storytellers.

Here, our mentees, participants, and community members share their experiences with NWF.

What Our Community Says
The Northern Narratives Initiative gave me the mentorship and support I needed to refine my craft and publish my first chapbook. Working with an established writer helped me find my voice and navigate the publishing world.
Rukayya Bashir Kofar-Bai
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2025 NNI Mentee, Poetry

Partners

We collaborate with Bakandamiya to support literary initiatives and promote creative excellence.

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Supporters

Including Open Arts World, Chill Subs, Sub Club, and Hill-Top Creative Arts Foundation.

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Community

Community of Literary Magazines and Presses

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Stories of Trust

The Voices That Propel Our Mission Forward

Rukayya Bashir Kofar-Bai
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2025 NNI Mentee, Poetry

The Northern Narratives Initiative gave me the mentorship and support I needed to refine my craft and publish my first chapbook. Working with an established writer helped me find my voice and navigate the publishing world.
Nana Jodi
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2025 NNI Mentee, Fiction

NWF's commitment to supporting writers in indigenous languages is remarkable. Through their workshops and mentorship, I've been able to explore storytelling in Hausa while connecting with a vibrant literary community.
Maymunah Kadiri
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2025 NNI Mentee, Fiction

The Northern Writers Forum has created a space where emerging writers from Northern Nigeria can thrive. The mentorship program transformed my writing and gave me the confidence to share my stories.
Abdulmajid Haruna
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2025 NNI Mentee, Poetry

As a participant in NWF's programs, I've witnessed firsthand how they nurture creative talent and promote literary excellence. The organization truly understands the power of storytelling in preserving our cultural heritage.
Surayya Musa
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2025 NNI Mentee, Poetry

The Northern Writers Forum has been instrumental in my growth as a writer. Their support for emerging voices, especially those working in indigenous languages, is invaluable to the literary landscape of Northern Nigeria.
Hannatu Sunusi Yakubu
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2025 NNI Mentee, Poetry

Through NWF's mentorship and publication opportunities, I've been able to share stories that matter to our community. The organization's dedication to amplifying Northern Nigerian voices is truly inspiring.
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