Award-winning poet, playwright, and performer Inua Ellams has been appointed as an Ambassador for First Story, England’s leading creative writing charity for young people.
Expressing his gratitude, Ellams says:
“I am thrilled to join First Story as an Ambassador, it is crucial for young people to express themselves freely through writing and share their ideas with their peers. Creativity is invaluable during youth, and First Story is an expert in nurturing it. I am delighted to work alongside Patrice Lawrence and Tracy Chevalier to amplify First Story’s important mission of empowering students from underserved communities with the confidence and skills to tell their own stories.”
Antonia Byatt, CEO of First Story, expressed her enthusiasm for Ellams’ appointment. In her words she says:
“Inua is a perfect role model for many of our young writers, his creativity and passion for storytelling are infectious. I know he will be a wonderful addition to our team and will help us continue to inspire and empower young people through writing.”
Born in Nigeria, Inua Ellams MBE FRSL FRSA, is an award-winning poet, playwright and curator. His books are published by Flipped Eye, Akashic, Nine Arches, Penned In The Margins, Oberon and Methuen. Alongside his own practice, Ellams, facilitates workshops in creative writing for participants of all ages and backgrounds.
Congratulations Ellams!
Bakare Oluwatobiloba
I write to educate, motivate and define history with literature. Just being me!
