Poetic Justice Cohorts

Click this link to apply What is Poetic Justice? Poetic Justice is a peace-building and community safety program that integrates poetry and creative writing to foster social connectedness and cultivate visions of safe, nurturing communities through asset-based community development projects. Members of Poetic Justice cohorts meet once a week (1.5- 2 hours/ week) for 15 weeks. During this time, we will learn to use poetry as a “lens” to see our communities and activate our social imaginations. We will write poetry, engage in meaningful dialogue, and learn asset-based practices that will be used to strengthen Indy neighborhoods, cultivate joy, and foster peace. At the end of the 15-week program, each participant will emerge as a published poet certified in asset-based community development and ready to lead community-based projects. Each Poetic Justice cohort concludes with a final celebration. During the celebration, we’ll showcase the writing of the participants and learn more about each participant’s community project. As a Poetic Justice alum, you will have an opportunity to join a supportive network and increase your social currency. How Much Does Poetic Justice Cost? Poetic Justice is free to join. Additionally, we provide a small fund to support community based projects and other eligible expenses. Who Can Join Poetic Justice? Poetic Justice is open to Indianapolis residents who meet the following conditions: - You, a close friend, or a family member have been or are currently justice-involved. - You live, work, or worship in the Near Eastside, Eastside, or Near Northwest neighborhoods of Indianapolis. How Do I Join Poetic Justice? Click this link to apply What if I Don’t Like Poetry or Don’t Like to Write? That’s okay! Many Poetic Justice alumni have never written a poem before signing up for Po-etic Justice. What Happens During a Typical Poetic Justice Session? Each session is different, but here’s what typically goes down during a session: - Start w/ grabbing food (provided) - Read a selected poem - Discuss the poem through facilitated dialogue- Writing time using models, scripts, and prompts- Writing time share-out (for those who want to share) - Asset-based community development training and project planning
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