The Finishing School is a collective of women writers dedicated to creative excellence and exploration. We are inspired by and responsive to the communities and concerns of western Sydney, where we are based, but our gaze extends far beyond its psychogeographic boundaries.
We have a radical commitment to making honest work. We individually pursue our own projects as well as collaborate with other writers and artists on literary projects, cross-artform installations and performances.
Our work is guided by curiosity and informed by the complex and multifaceted world we live in. We value self-reflection and critique, as well as deep listening to our contemporaries and our elders. We value process and not just product, and believe experimentation is valuable in itself to work out how to express our concerns.
We are driven to tell stories which create connections, propel conversations and encourage reflection. We believe ongoing engagement with our communities keeps us accountable and makes us better at what we do.