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SFWA’s Values

    1. The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association (SFWA) is a professional writers’ organization focused on science fiction, fantasy, and related genres — the literary landscapes of the future and of the imagination. As such, it is strengthened when we emphasize the following values, closely linked to our mission:
    2. Diversity and Inclusivity – In representing the common interests of all science fiction, fantasy, and related genre writers, SFWA embraces writers of every background, recognizes the need for equitable programs that uplift marginalized and underrepresented communities, and celebrates the unique perspective each writer brings to the community.
    3. Advocacy – SFWA protects writers by engaging in defense of artistic and legal rights of writers through recommendations on business best-practices and cooperative programs and coalitions with similar writing organizations.
    4. Generosity – We believe in paying it forward by sharing our collective experience and encouraging, educating, and informing writers through professional development and community-building.
    5. Adaptiveness – In an ever-changing publishing landscape, SFWA recognizes the need to remain flexible and responsive to the evolving needs of SFF and related-genre writers.