Poetry For Change [In Africa]

Congratulations to the poets whose work was chosen to be included in Poetry for Change [In Africa]:

 Michael Warner

Joe C. Miller

Kerry O'Connor

Lorraine Margueritte Gasrel Black

Silcian D. Tabitha

Ger Bushy

Donald Du Preez

Tashi Dorji

hkegode (Author of Strive for You)

Melissa Srolovitz

Pushkar Bisht

l33tatrl (author of Flashback)

Chris Barron

Sara Santa Marie

Diana O

David Olivares

Jennifer Hilderbrand

Laura Ross-Redmond

Carpenen Thea

Kristin Toney

Nyasha Mahamba-dube

Congratulations! 

Thank you to all those who submitted poetry!  The choice was definitely a difficult one.  All poets that submitted works were extremely talented and should continue to write while working for social change.

Poetry for Change [In Africa] received over 300 poetry submissions to be included in the book.   Works were selected based on overall form, theme, and relation to the mission statement of Poetry for Change[In Africa].

Those whose works were chosen will be contacted within the next five business days for further instructions on how to finalize the entry and allow it to be published within Poetry for Change [In Africa].

After all authors have confirmed and submitted poetry for the book, the publishing and distributing process will begin.

Thanks again!

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What is Poetry for Change[In Africa]?

Poetry for Change[In Africa] is a book made up of poems submitted by people just like you.  All poems are reviewed and those that are chosen will be complied into the book.   The book will then be published and sold in places such as barnesandnobles.com and amazon.com.  The best part of Poetry for Change[In Africa].. All proceeds from book sales go to the charity,  Africa Aid

What is the purpose of Poetry for Change [In Africa]?

Poetry for Change[In Africa] seeks to heighten awarenss about the current situation in Africa in regards to poverty, starvation, war, and violence.  Poetry for Change wants to open the world's eyes and help make a difference in the best way we know How, through poetry!  The Poetry for Change[In Africa] not only wants to raise awareness... We also want to raise money to help bring food, water, and education to the people of Africa.  Thus, all book revenues go straight to the charity, Africa Aid

What kinds of poems does Poetry for Change[In Africa] look for?

Poetry for Change[In Africa] is accepting all kinds of poems, of any length, and any style. 

Poems should address any of the following:

• Poverty
• Violence
• War
• Starvation
• AIDS
• Child Soldiers
• Hope
• Awareness
• Courage
• Any other subject matter related to Africa