Program areas at Writers Guild Foundation
The Writers Guild Foundation shavelson-webb library & archivethe shavelson-webb library provides a quiet space for anyone-not just Writers Guild of america (wga) members-to read scripts, consult with our librarians, and write. It is free to visit, open to the public, and home to over 50,000 items available to review, primarily film, television, radio, and video game scripts, including online resources like virtual events and blog series. The archive is home to rare and unique collections that tell the story of the past 110 years of screenwriting history, including Guild historical materials, produced and unproduced scipts, memorabilia, oral histories, and personal items of film, television and radio Writers.
Veterans writing projectthe veterans writing project develops the writing skills of military veterans for professional advancement and personal fulfillment. Serving 60-80 veterans each year, participants are educated on the fundamentals of screenwriting and mentored by wga-enrolled Writers. Upon completion of the yearlong program, participants leave with a finished screenplay or tv pilot and the skills and tools needed for meaningful employment opportunities with the entertainment industry. Wgf provides all components of the vwp at no cost to program participants.
Writers access support staff training programsthe Writers access support staff training program provides Writers from historically underrepresented backgrounds (bipoc, lgbtq+, disabled, over of the age of 50, etc.) With tools and education to become a Writers' assitant and script coordinator, ultimately resulting in meaningful employment opportunities. These positions often serve as the first step on the ladder of a successful screenwriting career; as such, this program aims to be a step towards greater inclusivity at both the "entry level and in the future, on all writing staffs. Wgf provides all components of the vwp at no cost to program participants.