This Week in Women: World Poetry Day

Creative expression is the fuel of movements. Poets and artists alike spark inner revolutions through their visions of unity, love, and empowerment. It’s no wonder why we have come to celebrate spoken word and poetry as radical affirmations of the self. As we reflect on World Poetry Day, let’s keep these contributions in mind:

12 Poignant Lines of Poetry From Young Black Women to Inspire You Daily on Essence by Danielle Kwateng-Clark

14 New Poetry Picks for World Poetry Day on NYPL by Lynn Lobash

5 Indigenous Poetry Collections to Read on World Poetry Day on CBC News by CBC News

14 Brilliant Women Poets to Read on World Poetry Day on Huffington Post by Maddie Crum

World Poetry Day signifies the importance of the arts and humanities. It is a reminder of our individuality and expression. The arts allow us to unite and progress as a society.

Poetry matters.

Your voice matters.

You matter.