H.E.R STORY Poetry Slam
The H.E.R STORY Poetry Slam is a celebration of powerful voices and storytelling, giving poets a platform to shine. This year's theme is "Accelerate Action", with poets addressing topics such as women’s empowerment, social justice, gender
equality, and the urgency of societal change.
We are inviting poets from across the country to submit their best performances for a chance to compete live at the grand finale.
This event is produced by ALTÉM Production, in collaboration with Orange Poetry and Institut Français.
📌 Deadline for submission: 12 PM on April 4, 2025
Call For Submision
Submission Guidelines
We are selecting the best 12 poets to compete at the grand finale. To participate:
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Submit a link to your poetry performance from either Instagram or YouTube.
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The video must be clear and audible and should align with the theme "Accelerate Action".
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Ensure the video is public so it can be accessed for review.
Fill out the form below to Apply ↓
Fill Out the Form Below
Simply Fill out the form below. We’ll review your Submission and Selected poets will receive an official invitation to compete live at the festival.
Selection & Announcement
A panel of judges will carefully review all entries.
The top 12 poets will be announced on April 4, 2025, on our website and social media pages.
Selected poets will receive an official invitation to compete live at the festival.
🔗 For tickets & event updates, visit: tix.africa/herfest25