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DIRECTION<\/h2>\nCENTER FOR CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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DIRECTION CENTER FOR CAPACITY DEVELOPMENT<\/p>\n
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\u201cUnleash the Power of Words: Join Us at Poetry in the Park!\u201d
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Poetry is widely regarded as the highest form of literature. With its rich history spanning centuries, poetry is a testament to the boundless capabilities of human imagination. Poetry is vital in education as a gateway to intellectual growth, emotional development, and understanding. By engaging with poetry, students are empowered to explore the depths of their creativity, connect with the broader human experience, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the beauty and power of language. Beyond its literary merits, poetry profoundly impacts students\u2019 social and emotional well-being. It offers students a unique and invaluable opportunity to engage significantly with language. Poetry helps cultivate empathy, emotional intelligence, and resilience as students grapple with universal human experiences through the lens of poetic expression.<\/p>\n
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\u201cPoetry is language at its most distilled and most powerful.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\u201cPoetry lifts the veil from the hidden beauty of the world, and makes familiar objects be as if they were not familiar.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\u201cPoetry is language at its most distilled and most powerful.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n[\/dipl_flipbox][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dipl_flipbox flipbox_layout=”layout2″ layout2_flip_style=”bottom” front_title=”PERCY BYSSHE SHHELLEY” front_content=”\u201cPoetry lifts the veil from the hidden beauty of the world, and makes familiar objects be as if they were not familiar.\u201d” back_title=”PERCY BYSSHE SHHELLEY” front_use_icon=”on” front_font_icon=”||fa||900″ back_use_icon=”on” back_font_icon=”||fa||900″ front_background_color=”#FCFBFC” back_background_color=”#FADD01″ front_icon_color=”#28225C” front_use_icon_font_size=”on” front_icon_font_size=”55px” back_icon_color=”#28225C” back_use_icon_font_size=”on” back_icon_font_size=”55px” flipbox_min_height=”400px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” front_general_settings_text_align=”center” front_header_font_size=”22px” front_body_font=”–et_global_heading_font||||||||” background_enable_color=”off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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\u201cPoetry lifts the veil from the hidden beauty of the world, and makes familiar objects be as if they were not familiar.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n[\/dipl_flipbox][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” disabled=”on” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat|600|||||||” text_text_color=”#003366″ text_font_size=”2rem” text_letter_spacing=”2px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Abyssinica SIL,Allan,Fascinate Inline” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Poetry<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”|10px||10px|false|true” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” header_3_font=”||||||||” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Abyssinica SIL,Federant” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
“Unleash the Power of Words: Join Us at Poetry in the Park!”<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_font_size=”1rem” text_orientation=”justified” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Abyssinica SIL” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Poetry is widely regarded as the highest form of literature. With its rich history spanning centuries, poetry is a testament to the boundless capabilities of human imagination. Poetry is vital in education as a gateway to intellectual growth, emotional development, and understanding. By engaging with poetry, students are empowered to explore the depths of their creativity, connect with the broader human experience, and cultivate a lifelong appreciation for the beauty and power of language. Beyond its literary merits, poetry profoundly impacts students’ social and emotional well-being. It offers students a unique and invaluable opportunity to engage significantly with language. Poetry helps cultivate empathy, emotional intelligence, and resilience as students grapple with universal human experiences through the lens of poetic expression.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=”RITA DAVE” closed_toggle_text_color=”#003366″ icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”;||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”:||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” inline_fonts=”Abyssinica SIL,Federant” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
“Poetry is language at its most distilled and most powerful.”<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=”PERCY BYSSHE SHHELLEY” closed_toggle_text_color=”#003366″ icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”;||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”:||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” inline_fonts=”Federant” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
“Poetry lifts the veil from the hidden beauty of the world, and makes familiar objects be as if they were not familiar.”<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||10px||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” collapsed=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”African American Poets” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|800|||||||” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_font_size=”35px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”||17px||false|false” custom_margin_phone=”||17px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|tablet” title_font_size_tablet=”32px” title_font_size_phone=”30px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_line_height=”0.2em” ul_text_align=”justify” ul_font_size=”20px” header_font=”Montserrat||||||||” background_layout=”dark” custom_margin=”|0px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-24px|-5px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-24px|-5px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px|0px||0px|false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”0.2em” text_line_height_phone=”0.2em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
African American poets have made significant contributions to the literary world, using their voices to express their experiences, struggles, and triumphs as African-American community members. From the Harlem Renaissance to the present day, African-American poets have used their works to challenge societal norms, confront racism, and celebrate the beauty and resilience of Black culture. Their works explore themes of identity, history, love, and the African-American experience, providing a unique perspective that enriches the literary landscape and encourages dialogue and understanding. These poets have left a lasting legacy, inspiring generations of readers and writers with their powerful words and poetic visions.<\/p>\n
[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#D1D1D1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|true” custom_padding=”40px|40px|0px|40px|false|true” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/amiri_resized.jpeg” title_text=”amiri_resized” module_class=”carousel2-size” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel2-size {|| ||}” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”AMIRI BARAKA” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]Formerly known as LeRoi Jones, a prominent figure in the Black Arts Movement, Barak’s poetry is politically charged and confronts issues of race, power, and social injustice.<\/span>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/brooks_resized.jpeg” title_text=”brooks_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|7px|7px|7px|7px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”GWENDOLYN BROOKS” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nThe first African American to win a Pulitzer Prize, Brooks’ poetry examines the lives of ordinary people, particularly those living in urban environments.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/audre_resized.jpeg” title_text=”audre_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”AUDRE LORDE” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Lorde’s poetry explores intersectional identities, feminism, and the struggles faced by marginalized communities, making her an influential voice in contemporary literature.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#D1D1D1″ custom_margin=”0px||50px||false|true” custom_padding=”40px|40px|0px|40px|false|true” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/yusef_resized.jpeg” title_text=”yusef_resized” module_class=”carousel2-size” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel2-size {|| ||}” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”YUSEF KOMUNYAKAA” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Komunyakaa, a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, draws on his experiences as an African American Vietnam War veteran, addressing themes of war, memory, and cultural heritage.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/sonia_resized.jpeg” title_text=”sonia_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”SONIA SANCHEZ” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
An influential poet, playwright, and activist, Sanchez’s work delves into themes of black identity, feminism, and social justice, often blending spoken words and traditional poetic forms.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/rita_resized.jpeg” title_text=”rita_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”RITA DOVE” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The first African American to be appointed as the U.S. poet Laureate, Dove’s poetry encompasses a wide range of subjects, including history, love, and personal experiences.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(6,22,47,0.6) 0%|rgba(6,22,47,0.6) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_color_gradient_start=”rgba(6,22,47,0.6)” background_color_gradient_end=”rgba(6,22,47,0.6)” background_image=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Poetry-in-context-call-to-action-picture-banner2-scaled.jpg” custom_margin=”||||false|false” animation_style=”zoom” animation_duration=”1500ms” animation_delay=”10ms” animation_speed_curve=”ease-in” custom_css_before=” position: absolute;|| top: -5px;|| left: 0;|| content: %22%22;|| pointer-events: none;|| width: 30%;|| height: 5px;|| background-color: #ffcb0b;” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ use_custom_gutter=”on” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” horizontal_offset=”-68px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Montserrat||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_text_color=”#000000″ background_color=”#FFFFFF” z_index=”-1″ custom_margin=”auto||auto|100px|true|false” custom_padding=”30px|30px|50px|30px|false|true” border_radii=”on|10px|10px|10px|10px” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
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TRANSFORMATIVE OUTCOMES<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”50px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Poetry and Creative Minds” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|800|||||||” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_font_size=”35px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”32px” title_font_size_phone=”45px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”10px|10px|10px|10px|true|true” box_shadow_style=”preset2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Poetry-and-the-Creative-Mind-Day.jpg” title_text=”Poetry-and-the-Creative-Mind-Day” show_bottom_space=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”20px|0px|||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_line_height=”0.2em” ul_text_align=”justify” ul_font_size=”20px” header_font=”Montserrat||||||||” background_layout=”dark” custom_margin=”|4px||-27px|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-24px|-5px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-24px|-5px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px|0px||0px|false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”0.2em” text_line_height_phone=”0.2em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Poetry has long been associated with creative minds and is a powerful outlet for artistic expression. It offers a unique space for individuals to delve into their imaginations, emotions, and thoughts, creating a tapestry of words that captures the essence of their experiences. Overall, poetry nurtures and fuels creative minds by offering a platform for self-expression, simulating imagination, and exploring a well of inspiration. It is a profound and ending art form that celebrates and enriches the creative spirit.<\/p>\n
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Originating with Marc Smith in 1986, Slam poetry competitions have since spread across the United States, finding a notable hub at the Nuyorican Poets Cafe in New York City. Slam poetry continues to thrive as a powerful artistic expression, promoting personal and societal transformation. In the 1990s, the emergence of the Slam poetry movement breathed new life into the performative aspect of poetry. Drawing inspiration from oral traditions and influenced by preceding artistic activities. Slam poetry boldly tackles social and political issues.<\/p>\n
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“But he that dares not grasp the thorn should never crave the rose.”<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||true|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider color=”#FFCB0B” divider_weight=”5px” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” width=”20%” max_width=”20%” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_heading title=”The Importance of Poetry in Literature” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|800|||||||” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_font_size=”35px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”32px” title_font_size_phone=”45px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_body_font||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_line_height=”0.2em” ul_text_align=”justify” ul_font_size=”20px” header_font=”Montserrat||||||||” background_layout=”dark” custom_margin=”|0px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”-24px|-5px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_phone=”-24px|-5px||0px|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”0px|0px||0px|false|false” text_line_height_tablet=”0.2em” text_line_height_phone=”0.2em” text_line_height_last_edited=”on|desktop” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Poetry\u2019s importance in literature lies in its ability to capture the essence of the human experience, evoke emotions, convey profound insights, preserve cultural narratives, and inspire creativity. It enriches our understanding of the world, stimulates our imagination, and fosters a deeper appreciation for the power of language. Poetry encourages creativity and experimentation with language. It pushes the boundaries of literary conventions, inviting writers to explore new forms, rhythms, and styles. This innovation in poetic expression keeps literature dynamic and constantly evolving. <\/p>\n
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Beyond its artistic value, reading poetry aids children in developing crucial skills such as voice, pitch, volume, and inflection, which are fundamental to their reading learning.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Explore language and vocabulary” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” open_toggle_background_color=”#D1D1D1″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#28225C” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_font_size=”20px” closed_toggle_font_size=”20px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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Poetry acts as a gateway to understanding and appreciating diverse perspectives. Students can broaden their horizons and cultivate empathy by exploring different voices and viewpoints.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Inspire writing” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” open_toggle_background_color=”#D1D1D1″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#28225C” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_font_size=”20px” closed_toggle_font_size=”20px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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In addition to its cognitive benefits, poetry profoundly impacts students’ emotional well-being. It provides an outlet for self-expression, allowing writers to channel their deepest emotions and enabling readers to connect with and find solace in those emotions.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Encourage creative thinking” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” open_toggle_background_color=”#D1D1D1″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#28225C” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_font_size=”20px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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Poetry invites individuals to explore the beauty and aesthetics of the world. It sparks a sense of wonder, encourages contemplation, and inspires creative thinking.\u00a0<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][et_pb_accordion_item title=”Build a love for reading” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” open_toggle_background_color=”#D1D1D1″ closed_toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” closed_toggle_background_color=”#28225C” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” toggle_text_color=”#FFFFFF” toggle_font_size=”20px” closed_toggle_font_size=”20px” open=”off”]<\/p>\n
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Poetry’s importance in literature lies in its ability to encapsulate the essence of the human experience, evoke emotions, convey profound insights, and inspire creativity.<\/em><\/div>\n<\/div>\n[\/et_pb_accordion_item][\/et_pb_accordion][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Untitled-2-copy-9.webp” alt=”arts-communications” title_text=”Untitled-2 copy” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”Communication Poetry” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” closed_toggle_text_color=”#003366″ icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”;||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”:||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_font_size=”20px” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]Communication lies in its ability to bridge the gap between individuals and foster meaningful connections through the power of language and expression. 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Unlike traditional poetry, which primarily relies on written words to convey meaning, visual poetry incorporates visual design, layout, and aesthetics to enhance and complement the textual message. By combining words and images, visual poetry engages the visual and literary sense, inviting viewers to interpret and experience the work more effectively. Visual poetry challenges conventional notions of how poetry should be presented and experienced, pushing the boundaries of artistic expression and opening up new avenues for communication and meaning-making.\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Untitled-1-copy-11.webp” alt=”communications arts” title_text=”Untitled-1 copy” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”Performing poetry” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” closed_toggle_text_color=”#003366″ icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”;||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”:||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_font_size=”20px” closed_title_font=”|600|||||||” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nPerforming poetry is significant as it brings the written word to life through oral delivery and physical expression. It fosters community, sparks dialogue, and promotes social change. It also celebrates the oral tradition of storytelling and keeps poetry vibrant and relevant. Performing poetry is a powerful means of communication that engages both the poet and the audience in a dynamic and meaningful experience.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.22.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||true|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_divider color=”#FFCB0B” divider_weight=”5px” _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”10%” max_width=”10%” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_heading title=”Poetry and Race” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|800|||||||” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_font_size=”35px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”32px” title_font_size_phone=”45px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_heading][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||||true|false” custom_padding=”10px|10px|10px|10px|true|true” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/POETRY-RACE.jpg” title_text=”POETRY & RACE” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#000000″ header_4_text_color=”#000000″ custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Abyssinica SIL,Federant” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
Poetry can serve as a powerful tool for racial empowerment. For example, American poetry encompasses a rich and diverse tradition beyond mere celebration. While poems like those of Walt Whitman capture the spirit of democracy and America’s vast landscape, another equally important rule addresses the complexities of the nation’s history, including race-related issues. These poems shed light on the gap between the ideal of equality and the reality of political injustice, racism, and oppression. 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Their poems reflect the continent\u2019s diverse cultures, histories, and experiences, offering powerful insights into the complexities of African society. These poets explore themes such as identity, colonization, post-colonialism, migration, and social justice, shedding light on the challenges and aspirations of African people. <\/p>\n
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Niyi is a renowned Nigerian poet who addresses social-political issues, environmental concerns, and African cultural heritage in his poetry.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/yrsa_resized.jpeg” title_text=”yrsa_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”YRSA DALEY-WARD” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” title_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]Yrsa Daley-Ward is a poet, writer, and actor. She was born in Lancashire. In 2014, she self-published her first collection of poetry, Bone. She is also the author of a memoir, The Terrible: A Storyteller\u2019s Memoir (2018).<\/span>[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/safia_resized.webp” title_text=”safia_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”SAFIA ELHILLO” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” title_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\nShe is from Soudan and is known for her unique blend of poetry and spoken word, which explores themes of language, identity, and the complexities of belonging.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#D1D1D1″ custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|true” custom_padding=”40px|40px|0px|40px|false|true” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/putuma_resized.jpeg” title_text=”putuma_resized” module_class=”carousel2-size” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel2-size {|| ||}” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”KOLEKA PUTUMA” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” title_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
From South Africa, a celebrated poet and playwright whose work addresses issues of race, gender, and social justice in post-apartheid South Africa.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/marshile_resized.jpeg” title_text=”marshile_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”LEBOGANG MASHILE” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” title_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
She is an influential poet and performer from South Africa who tackles themes of love, politics, and personal empowerment in her work.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.25.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/directionscenter.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/shire_resized.jpeg” title_text=”shire_resized” _builder_version=”4.25.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” border_radii=”on|5px|5px|5px|5px” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_toggle title=”WARSAN SHIRE” open_toggle_text_color=”#28225C” icon_color=”#FFCB0B” toggle_icon=”G||divi||400″ open_icon_color=”#FFCB0B” open_toggle_icon=”F||divi||400″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text_color=”#28225C” title_level=”h4″ title_font=”|600|||||||” title_font_size=”20px” custom_margin=”||20px||false|false” custom_css_free_form=”.carousel-title {|| min-height: 100px;||}” border_width_all=”0px” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre,Acme” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
She is from Somalia and is known for her powerful and evocative poems, which explore themes of identity, displacement, and womanhood.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”Section” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.20.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_heading title=”Event” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”–et_global_heading_font|800|||||||” title_text_color=”#28225C” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ title_font_size_tablet=”32px” title_font_size_phone=”45px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n
Welcome, wordsmiths and dreamers, to “Whispers in Verse: A Poetry Odyssey.” This event celebrates the power of language, where every syllable, every metaphor, and every stanza has the potential to weave magic and stir souls.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.17.6″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_icon_list _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Poetry context” font_icon=”]||divi||400″ icon_color=”#28225C” icon_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_font_size=”18px” url=”#” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” text_text_color=”#28225C” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” text_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” text_text_color__hover=”#FFCB0B” custom_css_main_element__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” custom_css_main_element__hover=”text-decoration:underline;”][\/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Poems discussions” font_icon=”]||divi||400″ icon_color=”#28225C” icon_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_font_size=”18px” url=”#” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” text_text_color=”#28225C” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” text_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” text_text_color__hover=”#FFCB0B” custom_css_main_element__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” custom_css_main_element__hover=”text-decoration:underline;”][\/dsm_icon_list_child][dsm_icon_list_child text=”Poetry workshop” font_icon=”]||divi||400″ icon_color=”#28225C” icon_background_color=”RGBA(255,255,255,0)” icon_font_size=”18px” url=”#” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”–et_global_heading_font|500|||||||” text_text_color=”#28225C” custom_margin=”||||false|false” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” text_text_color__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” text_text_color__hover=”#FFCB0B” custom_css_main_element__hover_enabled=”on|desktop” custom_css_main_element__hover=”text-decoration:underline;”][\/dsm_icon_list_child][\/dsm_icon_list][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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