Create The Writers Room (CTWR) kicked off in the fall of 2019, a bold vision realized by Director, Writer, Producer, and Actor Rickey Castleberry. Frustrated by the systemic barriers that stifle BIPOC storytellers, Castleberry created CTWR as a direct answer to the call for equitable access—empowering authentic stories to become compelling on-screen narratives.

Castleberry’s mission is unwavering: to foster a thriving community of storytellers, equipping emerging artists to amplify their creative voices and meet the moment with confidence and purpose.

Through his production company, DO GOOD, Castleberry channels his experience as an independent Director, Writer, and Producer to build CTWR—a transformative pipeline with lasting impact. More than an initiative, CTWR is a movement. It’s a solution to a pathway that removes barriers, nurtures talent, and inspires belief in the undeniable power of one’s voice.

From a dreamer who dreamt many dreams, CTWR represents a cornerstone—a dream rooted in service to a creative community hungry for opportunity, knowledge, and connection.