InsideOUT Writers

Meet our IOW teaching artists 📝 ✨This team facilitates over 50 weekly writing classes inside juvenile detention facilities in LA County, creating safe spaces for self-expression, reflection, and connection.

We’re incredibly grateful for their dedication to the work and the lasting impact they make in the lives of the young people we serve ✍️❤️

Are you looking for a safe space for self-expression? In need of a supportive community? Join us tonight, Thursdays at 6:30 PM for Alumni Writing Circle 📝 a space to reflect, connect, and be heard. All are welcome ✍️💙

Over the past 5 months, we held two writing program graduations at Barry J. Nidorf Juvenile Hall, celebrating the creativity, dedication, and growth of over 100 youth across 12 units.

To mark this occasion, we shared Wingstop and carne asada fries while recognizing the hard work each youth put into their writing journey. These moments of celebration honor achievement, build community, and remind young people that their voices and stories deserve to be heard.

Congratulations to all of our youth participants! Here’s to many more months of creative writing both inside facilities and on their return to the community.

IOW out in the community 🤝💕

A few snapshots from recent resource fairs where we connected with youth, families, and community partners. We’re grateful for the opportunities to be present in our community and promote the work together ‼️

IOW Writing Circles >>> ✨ a space to write, reflect, share, and just be with community. Join us tonight for another amazing circle 📝💙 6:30 PM every Thursday😄

We were gifted an unexpected and generous donation from during their 80 year anniversary celebration. Thank you so much for believing in our wok and for your support! We are deeply grateful and wish you continued success as you embark on your next 80 years!

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month 💚, IOW is proud to host a workshop series for YOUTH focused on breaking stigmas, building community, and promoting self-care 🧠☀️

ALL YOUTH are welcome to join any or all of the workshops 📝 We can’t wait to see you there 😄

April is Second Chance Month, and this week we recognize National Reentry Week. At IOW, we don’t just believe in second chances, we provide them. From reentry planning to job support and community connections, we’re here every step of the way. Because everyone deserves the opportunity to rebuild.

Happy Women’s History Month! This month we celebrate the courage, vision, and resilience of every woman breaking barriers and building a better world for themselves and others. Grateful for all of the amazing women of IOW who turn their stories into strength, their voices into power, and their words into change 💪💕💓