Masters Series Masterclass: Write On: Writing for a Revolution with Jillian Hanesworth

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James Baldwin once said, “I’m aware, you know, that I and the people I love may perish in the morning. I know that. But there’s light on our faces now”. This workshop will offer participants the opportunity to grapple with the social and political climate we face as a nation, and write poetry that encourages hope, truth and change. Affirming that even in the midst of darkness, there’s still light.
Jillian Hanesworth

Jillian Hanesworth is the founding Poet Laureate Emerita of Buffalo NY. Born on the East side, she began writing at age 7, composing songs for her mother's church performances. Through her art, she challenges, validates, and educates her community. Jillian founded Buffalo Books, a nationally recognized literacy access program that has allowed for the placement of 30+ library boxes on the East Side of Buffalo and provided over 1,000 free, and brand new culturally relevant books to residents of Buffalo. In 2024 Jillian was the recipient of a national Sports Emmy in the Dick Schaap Outstanding Writing category for her ”Still Here” collaboration with the NFL Network, poetically documenting the pain, trauma and resilience of the City of Buffalo. Currently, she sits on the board of directors for Compass House and IIUTU Media in addition to traveling internationally writing, performing, teaching, and speaking truth to power, all in the name of love for her people. 

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Week 5 - Masters Series Masterclass: Write On: Writing for a Revolution with Jillian Hanesworth Week 5 | Jul 30 - Jul 30
Thursday
4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Literary Arts Center at Alumni Hall Ballroom Spots remaining:100

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