Our Vision
A world transformed through the power of poetry. To achieve this, we empower young people to be heard, valued and able to reach their full potential.
Our mission
To give a voice to the voiceless. By using poetry as a tool for change and transformation, we ensure that young people have access to safe spaces that centre joy, connection and creative expression.
Our work includes regular poetry events, mental health support spaces, creative education in schools and communities, social justice campaigns and community advocacy.
Our Values
Authenticity
We believe that in order for young people to fulfill their potential, they should feel comfortable in their own skin. So, we bring our own authentic selves and demonstrate that there is strength in being vulnerable and true to who you are.
integrity
We lead by example, encouraging an honest and open dialogue with the young people we support; in the hope that their futures will be built on strong moral principles.
The young people we work with are full of untapped potential. We feel it is our duty to do all we can to help them unlock it and we work to the highest standards to achieve this.
We provide safe spaces to bring people together from all walks of life; encouraging inclusivity, inter-generational connections and the sharing of perspectives.
The work we do with our young people can be deep and sometimes triggering. So we work with kindness and compassion, striving to bring light where there is darkness.
Give a voice to the voiceless
In society young people are often silenced and ridiculed for their views. We believe its critical that young people have a voice, so we create safe and friendly environments for young people to express themselves and feel valued in the community.
USE LIVED EXPERIENCE TO UNLOCK POTENTIAL
Our team comes with lived experience of being marginalised and we use this understanding to inform the way we work. Our approach makes mainstream education more engaging, helps to improve behaviour and equips young people with skills that will serve them throughout their lives.
IMPROVE MENTAL WELLBEING
We provide programmes to educate young people on mental health and support them with holistic methods such as writing poetry, to help them face their issues in a safe and non-judgemental environment.
WHAT WE DO
Our impacT
1,708 services provided
We've held 913 events and 795 programmes, a total of 1,708 services for young people since 2015.
50,000+attendances
We've had 50,000 + attendances at our
services in the UK and worldwide since 2015.
10 years of poetic unity
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In February 2025 Black-led charity Poetic Unity turns 10 years old and to celebrate this incredible milestone we will be hosting an abundance of events and activities for the community.
The first event will take place on Saturday 8th February 2025 at Theatre Peckham. This 10 year celebration event will have live performances from critically acclaimed George The Poet and poignant author Yomi Sode with more to be confirmed. Limited tickets and more information available below.
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donate to poetic unity
support 10 year activities for the community
We are asking for your support to help us run a series of inclusive community events across 10 days of celebrations. Your donation will help us to make these activities accessible to young people from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Our celebrations include:
1) A large poetry event at Theatre Peckham, expecting 200 attendees.
2) A Writing and Wellbeing Retreat.
3) The creation of an exclusive Poetic Unity 10-year poem.
4) Billboard marketing around Lambeth, encouraging continued support and engagement.
5) Themed community events, including The Poets Corner and Poetry in Motion.
All these events will engage over 600 young people and cost us £20,000 to run - we are seeking funds from other sponsors, grant funders and corporate partners to support, but with under 2 months to go, we would be so grateful for your support!
To donate click here, thank you!
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