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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Welcome to The Writers bloc<\/h3>\n

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A website for connecting writers, <\/span>journalists, <\/span><\/span><\/h1>\n

media practitioners, trainers and resources.<\/span><\/h1>\n

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JOBS<\/p>\n

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For job seekers and those seeking to make placements.<\/p>\n

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MENTORS<\/p>\n

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For writers or journalists seeking mentors, or those who wish to volunteer to develop careers in writing or journalism.<\/p>\n

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CONTENT<\/p>\n

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For writers seeking platforms for their work.<\/p>\n

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EXPERTS<\/p>\n

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For journalists seeking contacts or sources.<\/p>\n

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STORY IDEAS<\/p>\n

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