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“We meditate over literature; we play our music; we change our minds; we reach understandings. Society evolves this way, not by shooting each other down, but by the unique capacity of unique, individual souls to comprehend each other.” - Lewis Thomas, Author |
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“giving voice to the creative spirit” |
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the WORD project |
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how it began |
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in the beginning was the word…
the WORD project (TWP) is designed to engage persons to tap into their creative spirit and find their authentic self. Whether it’s a business leadership retreat or a an after-school program for youth, TWP encourages participants to speak their personal truth through creative writing in a non-intimidating atmosphere. In 2001, TWP was founded in Atlanta, GA, to serve as an avenue to inspire and create room for young people to express their concerns and desires. From there, the WORD project has grown to include persons of all ages and areas of life who are struggling to find ways to process grief, illness and other life traumas. At TWP we believe everyone has a story and that this story has a voice. Through poetry, the voice can be heard—that’s when relationships are built and meaningful healing begins.
the WORD project poetry writing workshops for everyday people! “giving voice to the creative spirit” |
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“I learned a lot about me…my beliefs and desires. I was able to see my dreams on paper and that made all the difference.” - TWP business participant |
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poetry writing workshops for everyday people |
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“I have witnessed how Jacinta’s poise and deep respect for people creates an environment within which healing and growth can occur.” - John Fox, CPT and author of Poetic Medicine: The Healing Art of Poem-Making |
