With support from the California Arts Council, INLANDIA INSTITUTE will foster an equitable, diverse, and inclusive network of literary artists working across the spectrum of skill levels. Using our vertically integrated experience-based model, we will create an engaged, supportive environment that nurtures regional writers, from beginners through intermediate practitioners to professional authors. An important feature of this model includes job creation and professional development through employing these literary artists as workshop facilitators, panelists, guest speakers, as well as program staff, therefore supporting the regional creative economy. These literary artists in turn will share their expertise through workshops, creative literacy activities, and outreach and engagement programs. This model is expansive, allowing for progressive growth and opportunities at every level.