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Join the Movement of Empowered Youth Creatives Using Spoken Word Poetry for Social Change

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Passionate about youth empowerment and creative expression? Join ROOTS Foundation’s team of volunteers and make a positive impact in the lives of young people. Develop your skills, create safe spaces for self-expression, and promote social change through spoken word poetry. Sign up today and let’s make a difference together!

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Join us in empowering the next generation of creatives and promoting social change through spoken word poetry. Your donation to ROOTS Foundation helps us create safe spaces for self-expression, develop youth talent, and make a positive impact in our communities. Every contribution counts, no matter the size. Give today and be a part of creating a brighter future for young people.

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Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Consider partnering with ROOTS Foundation! As a partner, you’ll have the opportunity to support the development of multi-hyphenated youth creatives and promote social change through spoken word poetry. Your support helps us create safe spaces for self-expression and provide opportunities for young people to develop their skills and reach their full potential. Join us in creating a brighter future for our communities. Contact us today to learn more about partnership opportunities.

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ABOUT US

Using Spoken Word As A Catalyst For Social Change Through The Preservation And Promotion Of The Oral Traditions.

ROOTS Foundation of Trinidad & Tobago is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting social change through spoken word poetry and other oral traditions. By preserving and promoting these rich cultural traditions, we empower young people to create positive futures for themselves, their families, and their communities. Our focus is on providing safe spaces for self-expression and developing multi-talented youth creatives through our STREAM pedagogical youth development model. Join us in making a difference in the lives of young people and promoting social change for generations to come.

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ROOTS CAFÉTT

About ROOTS CAFÉTT

ROOTS CAFÉTT (Creative Academy For EduTainmenT), is a youth-friendly innovative, creative talent incubator designed to create multi-hyphenated ‘glocal’ leaders

Programmes

Youth can benefit from any component in our STREAM pedagogical youth development model, (Storytelling, Training, Reading, Entrepreneurship, Arts, and Mentorship)

Support ROOTS CAFÉTT

By sponsoring a youth to participate in any of our program components, you will be investing in the future of our society and creating a more fulfilled and enriched community.

RECENT PROGRAMMES

Some Of Our Recent Cascadoo Programmes

Cascadoo: Caribbean New Voices International (CNVI) features both local artists and artists from around the globe coming together to host panchayats (workshops), open mic sessions, pan yard experience, poetry and music concerts. The experience culminates in a showcase of performances, love and good vibes.

Another Empowering and Successful Bi-Monthly Spoken Word Writing Workshop

UPCOMING PUBLICATIONS

FROM BASIC TO MASTERS - THE STORY OF GARTH AND MTIMA

This memoir offers a powerful glimpse into the harsh realities of life on the streets and the impact it has on young people. It's a raw and honest account of fear, pain, joy, hope, and ambition. This call to action urges society to take a closer look at the struggles of vulnerable and opportunity youth who are trapped in a cycle of violence and desperately seeking a way out. You can make a difference by sponsoring the publication of this memoir as a teaching tool in schools and communities. By sharing this story, we can raise awareness, educate others, and inspire action towards creating a brighter future for our youth. Join us in our mission to empower and uplift the next generation

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