Mission Statement

The Philadelphia Youth Poetry Movement (PYPM) was created to give young people their voice in effort to promote social change, cultural and ethnic diversity, and positive self-esteem. It provides a safe haven for not only expression, but a chance to build connections with other youth strengthening a community of free thinking young minds that will be productive in society. The PYPM is the perfect place for young people to work on their craft of literal and/or performance poetry, while fostering emotional healing, community service and much more.

You were too fluid to ever be stuck between a rock and a hard place
I was just trying to catch you between faith and your funny bone.
So when the truth surfaced, these injuries would seem damn near hysterical.

Alysia Harris

Program Description

At a time where many youth have succumb to peer pressure, and for some, the message is, “education is not cool,” PYPM is a verbal therapy which targets youth, ages 16 to 19 years old, and promote critical thinking, social skills, public speaking, and mentorship. The program provides an opportunity for youth to compete in state and national tournaments, and promotes creative writing, closure of the generation gap, individuality and originality.

Conclusion

This is a grassroots innovative program in which Home Box Office is willing to contribute a one-time $5,000 grant towards the initial start up expenses. The program will provide multiple workshops, venue for poetry slams, It further promotes, positive self esteem, social change, creative writing, cultural and ethnic diversity, was that has been suppressed through over saturation of ignorance and negativity in their surrounding communities. We live in a time The movement creates opportunities for the young to perform at surrounding events and The movement gives the youth a chance to relay their opinion to not only their peers but generations of all kinds as they express their critical views of societal challenges, such as drug abuse, peer pressure, domestic violence, sexuality, violence, etc. It allows the free will all people are gifted with, but suppress as they get older in age. The movement...

Philadelphia Youth Poetry Movement