Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion: A Call to Writers & Musicians

At the Write with Music Festival, we celebrate the timeless power of words and melodies to unite, heal, and inspire. Poetry and music have long been intertwined, shaping movements, sparking revolutions, and building bridges where walls once stood. On this World Poetry Day, we embrace the theme "Poetry as a Bridge for Peace and Inclusion," recognizing the vital role of poets, lyricists, and musicians in advocating for a more just and harmonious world.

In times of division, poetry and music become tools of resistance and reconciliation. Through our lyrics, spoken word, and verses, we can:

• Rebuke tribalism and amplify unity beyond borders.
• Expose corruption and call for accountability through powerful storytelling.
• Dismantle segregation by celebrating diversity and shared humanity.

As artists, we have the power to transform pain into poetry, struggles into songs, and injustice into anthems of hope. Your words and melodies can shape a movement.

From the protest poetry of Maya Angelou to the revolutionary music of Fela Kuti and Bob Marley, history reminds us that art is activism. When we weave poetry and music together, we create messages that resonate across generations.

Let us use our platforms to:

✔️ Craft lyrics of love, resilience, and unity.
✔️ Write poems that speak to peace and reconciliation.
✔️ Perform songs that inspire inclusion and social change.

At the Write with Music Festival, we are not just performers or writers; we are storytellers of the human experience. We invite you to use your voice to create poetry that matters, lyrics that challenge, and music that mends.

What song or poem has inspired you to advocate for peace and inclusion? Drop your favorites in the comments!

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