Community-Driven Writing Workshops

Hosted at the popular art venue MENGI, the workshops are multilingual and free to attend. Together, participants explore creativity, poetry, publishing, multilingual writing, and more through shared practice, conversation, and guest-led sessions. Writers of all backgrounds and experience levels are welcome.

The first six workshops, taking place from March to May 2026, are led by local writers and poets. The project is co-founded by Reykjavík UNESCO City of Literature.

Reykjavík in Writing Learning with Your Community

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More Than Telling a Story.

Storytelling captivates, inspires, and connects — but it can also empower. We promote the use of storytelling in classes, workshops, and group activities to strengthen social connections and foster a sense of belonging. Learn how to use it responsibly and create a safe space for sharing.

StorySharing Empowering Through Stories

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RVK Poetics Building Community Through Poetry

Multilingual Literary Series in the Heart of the City.

Co-founded in June 2023 by the Reykjavík UNESCO City of Literature, this inclusive literary series has quickly brought together a community of local authors and literature enthusiasts. With over twenty events held so far and featuring 150 individual authors, it celebrates linguistic diversity and offers a shared stage for both emerging and established writers.

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