Without poetry, we lose our way.
—Joy Harjo, U.S. Poet Laureate & Academy of American Poets Chancellor (2019– )
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January 2021 Poem-a-Day Guest Editor Fatimah Asghar
In 2021, the Academy of American Poets invited
Inaugural Poems in History
In the United States and beyond, elections provide regular opportunities for communities and...
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Black Lives Matter
“Poetry lays the foundations for a future of change, a bridge across our fears of what has never...
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COVID-19 Resources for Poets, Writers, and Poetry Organizations
To support poets, writers, and artists during the COVID-19 crisis, the Academy of American Points...
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Best Practices for Virtual Events and Readings
Please find links to websites with information to help ensure your digital events are accessible....
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