Spoken Word: Be the Voice of Your Community

In this inspiring workshop, we’ll introduce participants to spoken word tools and techniques of poetry that will transform them into advocates for themselves and their communities. We’ll encourage them to share their views about social challenges, while guiding them to find resolution through poetry. (All ages)

Jasmine Rosario, known artistically as JRose, is a dynamic Spoken Word Artist from Queens, NY, who has been captivating audiences since the age of 16. As the founder of The Rose Garden Events, she has cultivated safe, empowering spaces for creatives since 2018. A champion of her craft, JRose won the 2023 BRIC Brooklyn Grand Slam Finals and now proudly hosts the legendary Nuyorican Poets Cafe Poetry Slam.  

Her impactful voice has resonated across stages like Write About Now, Busboys and Poets, and Voices in Power, and her collaborations include brands like Samsung, Boost Mobile, and Martingale Cognac. Named 2024's "Most Supportive Poet" by Voices in Power, JRose is also a trailblazing mentor and teaching artist. Her restorative work with youth and incarcerated women at Rikers Island exemplifies her dedication to healing through art.  

In 2024, JRose released her debut album and poetry book, *Pieces of My Crumbled Thoughts,* continuing her mission to inspire others to #KeepGrowing.