Mesa Refuge welcomes a diverse community of writers—both emerging and established—who define and/or offer solutions to the pressing issues of our time. Particularly, it is our priority to support writers, activists and artists whose ideas are “on the edge,” taking on the pressing issues of our time including (but not limited to): nature, environment and climate crisis; economic, racial and gender equity; social justice and restorative justice; immigration; health care access; housing; and more. 

We especially want writers of nonfiction books, long-form journalism, audio and documentary film. Occasionally we accept poetry, fiction (Young Adult/Adult Literary), screenwriting and playwriting, photojournalism, personal memoirs (as a vehicle to tell a larger story) and graphic narrative. We tend not to accept academic writing. The potential impact and distribution of your project is also important.

We aim to support a diverse community of writers and welcome applicants that represent a broad spectrum of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, immigration status, religion or ability. 

The Mesa Refuge houses three writers at a time. The common areas include a Gathering Room, kitchen, patio and gardens. The house is well equipped for the needs of retreating writers and other creatives. We provide some meals and supplies. Beyond that, each group of residents decides how they would like to handle meals, cooking or eating in one of the excellent local restaurants in West Marin. Find out more about the restaurants, shops, activities and services in our community here.

  
The atmosphere at the Mesa Refuge is one of retreat….and as if in support of this position, cell phones can have a frustrating way of not working reliably in our remote area (though we do have fast and reliable wifi).

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