Urban Word NYC

Urban Word NYC is a nonprofit organization in New York, NY that empowers youth through literacy, self-expression, and civic engagement. They offer free creative writing workshops, college prep programs, and performance opportunities to help young individuals become leaders in the literary arts and their communities.

As the founder of the National Youth Poet Laureate Program, Urban Word celebrates and supports young writers, particularly those from marginalized backgrounds, by providing them with the tools and platforms to reshape the narratives that define their lives. Through the transformative power of words, Urban Word amplifies the voices of creative youth and fosters a culture of empowerment and expression.

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