# Birmingham’s Next Poet Laureate Wanted | Birmingham News

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Published: 2026-09-05T10:34:42+00:00
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Birmingham is calling for its next poet laureate—applications open now for the 2027–2028 term—and this isn’t just a fancy title; it’s a two-year mission to use poetry as a bridge across communities, spark dialogue, and celebrate the city’s soul. Launched in 2023, the program honors Birmingham’s rich artistic heritage while making space for voices that’ve long been unheard. The inaugural laureate, Salaam Green, turned poetry into a living, breathing force by paying young poets to lead workshops and centering diverse stories. Now, Create Birmingham and the City invite passionate local poets aged 18+ with a track record of sharing their work to apply by September 30. Green urges hopefuls to bring their whole selves to the role—vulnerable, curious, and ready to let Birmingham shape their art. This is your chance to help write the city’s next chapter, one poem at a time. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/73b216eb71a77a95

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