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AL2606 :: The Congress of South African Writers (COSAW) Collection

Collection No: AL2606
Title: The Congress of South African Writers (COSAW) Collection
Creator: Unknown
Publisher: SAHA
Inclusive Dates: 1996
Bulk Dates: 1996
Extent: 0.1 linear metre (1 archival box) containing 4 items (1 file)
Language: English
Acquisition: Accession Number: none
Access Restrictions: This collection is open for research
Use Restrictions: Copyright restrictions may apply. See SAHA copyright statement for Use Restrictions.
Copyright: Finding Aid: © The South African History Archive (SAHA)
Created: 13 August 2009
Abstract: The Congress of South African Writers (COSAW) was launched in July 1987. It arose out of the need for a grassroots writer's organisation that sought to promote literature and redress the imbalances of Apartheid education. COSAW organises literary events, conducts research, liaises with literacy organisations, establishes writing groups, facilitates workshops for aspirant writers from disadvantaged communities and publishes materials.
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COSAW was launched in July 1987. It arose out of the need for a grassroots writer's organisation that sought to promote literature and redress the imbalances of Apartheid education. COSAW organises literary events, conducts research, liaises with literacy organisations, establishes writing groups, facilitates workshops for aspirant writers from disadvantaged communities and publishes materials.