Swanwick Resigns from IUW

Michael Swanwick has announced his resignation as honorary president of the International Union of Writers (IUW). IUW is a writers’ organization with headquarters in Russia.

Swanwick’s resignation letter reads, in part,

It is with deep regret that I am compelled to submit my resignation as honorary president of the International Union of Writers, effective immediately. Given the Russian invasion of Ukraine I cannot, however indirectly, support Vladimir Putin, his government, and their expansionist ambitions.

For more information, see the announcement on his website.

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