the PEN America organization

PEN America is a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending free expression and promoting literature worldwide. It advocates for writers’ rights, fights censorship, and supports diverse voices through programs that address issues like press freedom, artistic expression, and informed civic engagement. By engaging writers, policymakers, and the public, PEN America aims to foster a society where free speech is protected, and ideas can be shared without fear or restriction. Its work includes advocacy, education, and international human rights efforts to ensure open dialogue and the free exchange of ideas.