Writing Poems that Change the World

with Poet and H.S. English Teacher Hannah Tool

In this workshop for teens we will explore how poetry can be a powerful tool for activism and social commentary, and we will write about our visions for a better world. No experience necessary.

In this workshop for teens we will explore how poetry can be a powerful tool for activism and social commentary. We will write about our visions for a better world, our criticisms and fears of the one we’re in, and our wisdom about how we get from the imperfect now to a more perfect future. No experience necessary.

This workshop series is a part of our Santa Cruz County Youth Poet Laureate Program, now through Spring 2026.

This program is brought to you by Santa Cruz Public Libraries in partnership with Urban Word, Arts Council Santa Cruz County, the Santa Cruz County Office of Education and The Friends of Santa Cruz Public Libraries.

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