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Yashu Derisala: Youth Poet Laureate

Yashu Derisala: Youth Poet Laureate In-Person

Join us in welcoming Yashu Derisala for a poetry reading and a Q&A about her writing and experiences as Portland's first Youth Poet Laureate.

Yashu Derisala (she/her) is a young, brown, first-generation South Indian Immigrant woman who is a senior at Scarborough High School. She is Portland’s first Youth Poet Laureate, and published her works in two chapbooks while participating in Maya Williams’ Poetry Workshop. She is extremely passionate about social justice and hopes to inspire others to use their voice and artistry to make themselves feel seen and heard.

Date:
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Time:
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Time Zone:
Eastern Time - US & Canada (change)
Location:
Meeting Room
Audience:
  Adults     Teens     Tweens  
Categories:
  Author Talks     Poetry  
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