About us
We are here to empower great thinkers through reading, writing, and creative storytelling.
Prisenda Writers Residency Initiative (PWRI) was founded in 2018 with a simple yet profound vision—to inspire literacy and its creative application for Africa’s sustainable development.
Originally conceived as a haven for writers seeking an ideal environment for creative expression, PWRI has since evolved into a comprehensive literacy and education initiative.
Through immersive residency programs, literacy outreach, book donations, and creative writing mentorship, PWRI continues to empower individuals, particularly young minds, to embrace reading and writing as transformative tools for personal and societal growth.
Founder & Head of School
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Vision
Mission
What We Do
Writer’s Residency
Providing a dedicated space for authors to craft impactful literary works.
The Reading Hub
Offering access to an extensive e-library and on-site library to cultivate a reading culture.
Budding Authors Programme
Mentoring young writers through creative writing workshops, poetry slams, and storytelling competitions.
Literacy Outreach & Book Donations
Promoting literacy campaigns, book clubs, and book donations to underserved communities.
Author Representation & Exhibitions
Supporting African authors through book fairs and international literary events.
Board of Directors
- Publisher, Deep River Books (USA)
- Over three decades of experience in publishing and education
- Host, Nana Churcher Show (USA) - Recognized media personality in the African-Caribbean Diaspora
- Publisher, TW Magazine (Nigeria)
- Former NTA presenter and advocate for women's empowerment
- President, Association of Nigerian Authors (Nigeria)
- Award-winning poet and cultural expert
- Global entrepreneur ranked by Forbes Magazine
- Founder of the African Achievers Awards
Board of Trustees
- Acclaimed historical novelist and literary advocate.
- Speaker at Westminster Parliament UK on African girl-child education
- Founder, His-Sickles International Mission
- Passionate about education and youth empowerment
- Electrical Engineer, Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN)
- Expert in procurement and project management
- President, Association of Nigerian Authors (Nigeria)
- Award-winning poet and cultural expert
- Journalist and Arts Editor, The Guardian Nigeria.
- Prominent voice in Nigeria’s literary space
- Legal expert with a Master’s in International Commercial Law.
- Specializes in arbitration and legal advisory services
Join Our Movement
At PWRI, we believe that literacy is the foundation of a prosperous and innovative society. Whether you are a writer, educator, or literacy advocate, you can play a role in shaping the future of African literature and education.
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