Slam India is a student-run social initiative that aims at increasing access to artistic and creative opportunities for underserved students through slam poetry. We have adopted a multifaceted approach in order to create a positive impact on this community through modes of expression. We also hope to use our platform to spread awareness about a variety of social issues prevalent in our country.
In this vein, we have created an activity book which acts as a step-by-step guide through the process of writing slam poetry and explores the topics of theme, structure, rhythm, and performance in an engaging manner. To support this activity, we have developed a robust teaching resource that can be used to teach the art of slam poetry in detail. These resources will be used to lead workshop sessions with students at Ekal Vidayalaya to foster creative thinking and expression and performing skills.
As a culmination to these workshops, we will hold a performing event which will allow students to demonstrate their learnings and witness other slam poets perform their pieces. We are also partnering with Action through our network, to host slam events in their children’s ward to boost morale. Lastly, we will be hosting a fundraising event online in order to support the efforts of Ekal Vidayalaya and Action Hospital.