Able Quote by Anne Waldman
“When I got back to NY had the opportunity to work with the beginning years of the poetry project which was founded with money from the OEO under Lyndon Johnson to work with alienated youth on the lower East side. This was extraordinary, to be able to help then to create a culture that would capture the energy that I felt at Berkley.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Poetry Project Oral History, 1995
Early poetry initiatives funded by government programs aimed to engage marginalized youth, fostering creative expression and community.
In simple terms: Poetry can empower alienated youth.
Key Takeaway
Support arts for at‑risk communities.
Themes
art
social justice
community
education
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
inspirational
activist
When to use this quote
- after‑school programs
- community workshops
- grant writing
- peer mentorship
Key Concepts
Cultural policy
youth empowerment
creative writing
Questions to Reflect On
- What resources sustain community arts?
- How can participants continue beyond the program?
A Different Perspective
Funding may be unstable, limiting long‑term impact.
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