Cave Canem
Cave Canem (CC) was established in 1996 to address the underrepresentation and isolation of African-American poets in the literary landscape. CC focuses on cultivating artistic and professional growth of Black poets while fostering a vibrant community across the diaspora. It provides a nurturing space for poets to learn, create, and present their work. By empowering Black poets to write authentically, enhances the visibility and appreciation of Black voices in poetry.
Cave Canem
Cave Canem (CC) was established in 1996 to address the underrepresentation and isolation of African-American poets in the literary landscape. CC focuses on cultivating artistic and professional growth of Black poets while fostering a vibrant community across the diaspora. It provides a nurturing space for poets to learn, create, and present their work. By empowering Black poets to write authentically, enhances the visibility and appreciation of Black voices in poetry.
Social challenges
Quality education and cultural accessibility
Reduced inequalities
Sectors
Education and research
Literary arts
Audience types
Cultural practitioners
Racialized groups
LGBTQAI+ communities
Activities
Education and training
Advocacy and storytelling
Archiving and documentation
Artistic practices
Cultural heritage preservation
Network building
Place making
Funding
Countries
United States of America
