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The TLA Network exists to support and promote individuals and organizations that use the spoken, written, or sung word as a tool for personal and community transformation.

We are currently seeking to add a part-time, remote, Financial Administrator to our small but mighty staff. Intrigued? Download our job description. Applications close May 1, 2024.

Our mission is to foster the growth of the field and profession of Transformative Language Arts (TLA), by providing spaces, both physical and electronic, where people interested in TLA can share resources, network, learn, and enhance their capacity to practice it in their communities. 

We offer:



2024 Power of Words

This powerful conference brings together writers, storytellers, performers, musicians, educators, activists, healers, health professionals, community leaders, and more! Together we explore the written, spoken and sung word, seeking to find how it can bring liberation, celebration, and transformation to individuals and communities. 

Pre-Conference events will be held on Thursday evening and Friday morning and afternoon. They are open to all Conference attendees for an additional fee.

Check out the details about our keynoters -- Ada Cheng, Glenn North, Marianela Medrano, and Exodus Brownlee -- and the musicians and poets laureate coming as well as the schedule and other important conference information.

You can find travel and lodging information here.

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Call for Proposals

The window to propose a workshop for the 2024 Power of Words Conference is open from now until April 1, 2024!

The 2024 Power of Words conference happens September 26-29 at Unity Village in the Kansas City, Missouri metro area (about 35 miles from Kansas City International Airport). The pre-conference featuring some of our keynoters presenting workshops and performances begins Thursday evening, September 26 and ends at 4 p.m., Friday, September 27. 

From now until April 1st, we invite you to submit a proposal!

Propose a workshop and/or a small performance that focuses on writing, storytelling, spoken word, theater, songwriting and composing, etc. as well as bringing in other arts such as visual arts, music, dance and movement. (You will be notified if your workshop is accepted by April 30, 2024.)

More information about conference proposals.

Submit your Proposal


Join us for the next TLAN Virtual Salon on April 7, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. (ET)/2:00 p.m. (PT).

The Transformative Language Arts Network (TLAN) virtual salon will feature presenters who are active members of TLAN. Each presenter will have 5-7 minutes to present their written, spoken, or sung work followed by a brief period of audience response. 

Potential Presenters: To present at the Virtual Salon you must be an active member of TLAN. (Active members are current on their dues. Check on your membership status or re-join TLAN here.) If you are interested in presenting, please fill out the Google Form by March 24, 2024. If we have a multitude of entries we may have to feature you at a future salon. 

Audience members: Registration is FREE and open to anyone, not just members of TLAN. Register for the Virtual Salon.

We look forward to seeing you at the next TLAN Virtual Salon!

Catch up on the previous Virtual Salons at TLAN’s YouTube page.


Certificate in TLA Foundations

We offer a certificate in Transformative Language Arts Foundations, an introduction to TLA in theory and practice with a focus on ethical work, community networking, and TLA in action. To learn more, visit our Certificate in TLA Foundations page.


Looking for your very own Power of Words superhero t-shirt?

Maybe a copy of the foundational "The Power of Words" for your TLA Certification?

We tuck one of our popular superhero stickers into every order!

(Please note: items can only be shipped within the continental U.S. and may take up to 30 days to be delivered.)



Why become a TLAN member?

“Within TLAN, I’ve experienced a profound sense of validity, of acceptance and support, that goes far beyond camaraderie. It’s inspirational, and it’s practical. It motivates me, and it provides tools and ideas that inform every aspect of my work. TLAN classes, conferences, and programs have expanded and deepened my own creative work; pieces begun as class assignments have been published and are forthcoming. Shared advice and discoveries from other members has enriched and extended my coaching practice, helping me help others tell their stories.”

– Judy Brenneman

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The Transformative Language Arts Network is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization

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