Citizen Journalism Training session

Learn how to tell stories about food and community with greater confidence in this practical workshop from THRIVE, North Lancashire’s community food magazine.

These monthly sessions are led by local freelance journalist and writer Georgia Tindale.

Every fourth Tuesday of the month (except in September 2026 it will be the 29/09!)
17:30-18:30
Cost: free!
The Cornerstone
Sulyard Street
Lancaster LA1 1PX

Upcoming topics:

29/09: Focus on food writing: What draws you in, what puts you off?

27/10: Headlines and introductions: How to hook your reader

11/10 (Wednesday!), 7:30pm: ZOOM SESSION: Focus on food writing 2: How to nail recipes and interviews

24/11: Acing the interview: How to get the most out of your subject

22/12: Your writing ecosystem: What influences how you write?

26/01/2027: What should I write about? Investigative focus

23/02/2027: Finding your voice: Looking at some of the most distinctive voices in writing

23/03/2027: Editing: What should I do to level up my writing?

To book your place, email thrive@lessuk.org or just bring your pen and turn up. The citizen journalists meet every fourth Tuesday of the month, and you’re welcome to join one or all of the sessions.

Visit foodfutures.org.uk/thrive to have a browse through the latest issue.