The Writers’ Union «New Generationis» a non-profit association of professional writers.
The Writers’ Union is an international organization, and therefore for each country there is the most convenient legal form. For Russia, this is a “Public institution without the formation of a legal entity” regulated by:
- Federal Law of 19.05.1995 N 82-FZ (ed. of 08.08.2024) “On Public Associations” (with amendments and additions, effective from 05.02.2025);
- Federal Law of 12.01.1996 N 7-FZ (ed. of 30.09.2024) “On non-profit organizations” (with amendments and additions, effective from 05.02.2025);
- Article 50 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation Part 1 dated 30.11.1994 N 51-FZ on «Commercial and Non-Commercial Organisations» (edited on 08.08.2024, amended on 31.10.2024). Section I. General Terms. Subsection 2. Parties. Chapter 4. Legal Entities. § 1. General terms.
The Russian representation of the Union of Writers is located in Moscow (the exact address is given in the «Contacts» section). The term «representation» is relative here, since the principles of development and technology of the Union’s functioning provide for universality and collegiality of management, and modern means of communication ensure instant transmission of information regardless of the geographical location of the regions.
The criteria for approval of applications are described in the section ‘Procedure for joining’ and presumes that the candidate has professional skills and executed projects.
The Writers’ Union is a wide-ranging organisation that is open to cooperation with poets, journalists, technical content authors and other creative personalities from various fields.
What are the benefits of joining the Writers’ Union?
Membership of the Writers’ Union is an essential component of a writer’s professional portfolio, offering numerous advantages in the publishing and journalistic sectors, as well as in literary competitions and grant applications.
From a professional standpoint, Union membership signifies the acknowledgement of skill and professional standing by industry peers and experts, fostering increased confidence among publishers, editors and other participants in the literary process.
In literary competitions, membership of the Union can serve as an additional evaluation criterion, especially in cases when the standard of the participants’ work is comparable.
When applying for grants and in public activities, membership of the Writers’ Union demonstrates an author’s active position in the literary community and their readiness to contribute to the development of culture and art. It can also increase the chances of receiving financial support and participation in significant projects.
The Writers’ Union’s activity is characterised by active participation in a wide range of thematic events, which contribute to the development of the literary process and the further popularisation of reading. The Union also cooperates with prominent literary publications such as Novy Mir, Yunost, Zvezda, Novoye Literaturnoye Obozrenie and Ural.
The publication of the Union’s members’ works in these authoritative journals reaches a wide audience, enhancing the authors’ reputation and contributing to the formation of the literary classics. Such cooperation allows the Union of Writers to remain at the centre of attention of the literary community and to have a significant impact on the cultural life of the countries.
Active participation in events and publications in leading publications is evidence of the dynamic and effective work of the Union in supporting and promoting modern literature.
Funding of the Writers’ Union.
The funding model of the Writers’ Union is diversified, relying on multiple income sources rather than government subsidies or membership fees alone. The existence of ‘parallel commercial projects’ indicates the presence of income-generating business activities, such as publishing, organising literary events or educational projects.
‘Contributions from patrons of the arts’ play a key role, demonstrating an active effort to attract private donations from individuals or organisations interested in supporting literature and writers.
The Board of Trustees oversees the organisation’s strategic planning, fundraising, and budget control, and the effectiveness of the Board’s work directly affects the financial sustainability of the organisation.
This funding model demonstrates the Writers’ Union’s resilience to external economic factors and provides flexibility in the implementation of creative and social projects.