Youth Mentorship Program

The AfterWords Youth Mentorship Program pairs two professional Halifax writers with two Nova Scotian writers between the ages of 14 and 18 for a six-week virtual mentorship.

Modern Mi’kma’ki Podcast

The Modern Mi’kma’ki Podcast explores what it means for L’nu’k to walk and work and live and laugh in the complex world of today.

Volunteer with AfterWords

We couldn't host the festival without the support of our volunteers. Help us build our community, celebrate creativity, and showcase diverse perspectives! If you'd like to be part of the team, please fill out our volunteer intake form, and we'll be in touch soon.

Meet the AfterWords team.

Since 2019, the AfterWords team has committed to hosting a sustainable festival, offering accessible year-round programming and opportunities, in order to foster a love of words, books, and stories.

Thank you to our sponsors!

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