OUR MISSION

The mission of New England Romance Writers (NERW) is to advance the professional and common business interests of published and unpublished career-focused romance writers in New England and beyond through advocacy, education, and networking; to encourage diversity, achieve equity, and foster inclusion among NERW’s members and in the romance genre; to educate the general public and others on the breadth and diversity within the romance genre; to present the viewpoints of career-focused romance writers to the public and other interested parties; and to enhance the influence and reputation of the organization.

OUR CORE VALUES

• We welcome all romance writers, regardless of your stage of publication and publication path; regardless of your work’s subgenre, level of sexuality or heat, and range of plot elements; and regardless of your characters’ race, gender, sexuality, age, religion, ability, and other characteristics.
• We welcome you, regardless of your race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, body size, age, religion, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, immigration status, employment status, marital status, pregnancy status, ability or disability, genetic information, veteran status, socioeconomic status, and political affiliation.
• We grow and thrive through the free and respectful exchange of ideas, knowledge, and experiences.