Aja Monet
Poet & Activist | Social Justice Through Poetry
About
Aja Monet is an acclaimed poet, educator, and activist. As a winner of the 2017 Whiting Award, she has published three collections exploring themes of social justice, identity, and the African-American experience.
Monet's TEDx talks have reached millions, captivating audiences with her lyrical verse that gives voice to marginalized communities. Drawing on her background as a teaching artist, she delivers keynotes that empower people to use storytelling and creativity as tools for social change.
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A love story about the power of art as organizing
In a lyrical talk full of radical imagination, poet Aja Monet and community organizer phillip agnew share the story of how they fell in love and what they've learned about the powerful connection between great social movements and meaningful art. Journey to Smoke Signals Studio in Miami, their home and community art space where they're creating a refuge for neighbors and creators -- and imagining a new answer to distraction, anger and anxiety.
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