Why Storykeepers?

Black writers in Canada continue to face systemic barriers to entering and sustaining careers in the literary industry. Despite increased conversations around diversity, meaningful structural change in publishing remains limited.

Research shows Black writers are underrepresented in publishing, underserved in professional development, and often excluded from the networks that shape access to mentorship, funding, and career opportunities. Historically, many Black writers have relied on self publishing and community based platforms due to exclusion from mainstream institutions.