Literatursommer 2026: Wir stellen das Patriarchat vor Gericht – mit unseren Geschichten Schreibwerkstatt für Frauen

In the organizer's words:

Writing workshop for women

In this writing course, participants develop a fictitious court case in which the patriarchy is sued for damages. The starting point is personal experience, from which texts in the form of indictments and witness statements are created. Writing together makes visible how patriarchal structures in different areas of life affect women's opportunities, rights and integrity. The course creates a protected space for creative work, exchange and reflection. In addition to the accusation, it is also about creating a positive vision of a society with equal rights. These future perspectives form the final plea.
The course is aimed at women who would like to explore their thoughts and experiences in literature and work together on a socially relevant topic. Previous writing experience is not necessary - curiosity and openness are enough.

An event of the Literature Summer 2026 of the Baden-Württemberg Foundation