WHAT I OFFER
Transform Through Poetry
Services for Schools & Organizations
Poetry Workshops for Schools
Curriculum-aligned programs for students Grades K–12. Five signature workshops delivered as single-day visits or multi-day programs.
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Identity Builder (Grades 4–12) — “I Am, I Am Not” framework for self-definition through language.
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School Senses Builder (Grades 3–9) — Sensory observation poetry, place-based writing.
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Blueprint of Me (Grades 4–12) — Extended metaphors for identity mapping.
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Becoming (Grades 5–12) — Future visioning through poetry and goal-setting.
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School Community Builder (Grades K–6) — Collective poetry through personification.
Keynote Speaking
Award-winning spoken word artist and thought leader. For conferences, teacher conventions, corporate events, and assemblies.
- “The Pedagogy of Failure” — Resilience, growth mindset, failing forward
- “Poetry as Critical Thinking Engine” — Arts in education
- “From Refugee to Poet Laureate” — Immigration, belonging, identity
- “Equity in Action” — Diversity, inclusion, systemic change
- “The Power of Student Voice” — Youth empowerment, civic engagement
Performances
Festival headliner, school assembly performer, and community event artist. Toronto International Festival of Authors (2018), Canadian Spoken Word Championship (Winner, 2011), international tours across Canada, USA, UK, and Sudan.
Consulting & Advisory
Strategic consulting for arts organizations, school districts, and policy groups. Areas: curriculum development, equity policy, arts program design, board governance, youth empowerment program design.