About You’re Write
You’re Write was created to give young people a space to explore storytelling through hip-hop, writing and creative expression.
Hip-hop has always been a powerful way for people to share their experiences, speak their truth and connect with others. You’re Write builds on that tradition by creating a relaxed and welcoming environment where young people can experiment with lyric writing, develop their ideas and grow in confidence.
The workshops encourage participants to find their voice, support one another creatively and develop skills that extend beyond music — including confidence, communication and self-expression.
Why This Program Exists
Many young people have powerful stories to tell but don’t always have access to creative spaces where they feel comfortable sharing them.
You’re Write exists to create that space — one where creativity is welcomed, individuality is respected and everyone has the opportunity to express themselves through writing and music.
Through hip-hop and storytelling, the program aims to help young people build confidence in their ideas, connect with others and realise that their experiences and perspectives matter.
Program Support
You’re Write Workshops at Youth Arts & Recreation Centre is proudly funded by the Tasmanian Government through Arts Tasmania.
The workshops take place at the Youth Arts & Recreation Centre (YARC) in Hobart — a dedicated creative space that supports young people to explore arts, culture and community.
This support helps ensure the YARC workshops remains free and accessible for young people who want to explore hip-hop, writing and creative expression.
About the facilitators
Kiz is a palawa hip-hop artist from Nipaluna (Hobart), Tasmania, whose work sits at the intersection of music, youth development and community.
Through both his music and community work, he has spent years creating opportunities for young people across Lutruwita/Trouwerner (Tasmania). As the founder of Seventhree, he has built events, workshops and creative platforms that support emerging artists, strengthen community connection and amplify youth voices.
As an artist, Kiz's music has received national recognition, including being named a Triple J Unearthed Feature Artist, introducing his work to audiences across Australia. His music explores identity, vulnerability and resilience—the same values that underpin every You're Write workshop.
Kiz believes hip-hop is more than music—it's a powerful form of storytelling that gives young people the confidence to express themselves, process their experiences and discover their own voice.
Every You're Write workshop also welcomes guest artists who bring their own sounds, creative practices and lived experience. Together, they create an environment where young people can learn from a range of perspectives, develop practical skills and see what is possible through creativity.