For years, poetry has been more than words on a page to me—it has been my voice when I struggled to find one. It has helped me through some of the hardest moments of my life and given me a way to connect with people who have felt just as lost, alone, or unheard as I once did. Every time I step onto a stage, I don’t just perform a poem; I share a piece of my story in the hope that someone in the audience leaves feeling a little less alone.

I’ve been invited to perform at more events, open mic nights, and poetry slams, but getting to these opportunities isn’t always possible. The cost of travel, accommodation, and other expenses quickly adds up, and as a young poet, those costs often stand between me and the chance to share my work with new audiences. I never want money to be the reason I have to turn down an opportunity that could inspire someone or help me grow as an artist.

Every donation, no matter how small, helps me travel to perform my poetry in communities across the UK. Your support isn’t just paying for a train ticket or a night’s stay—it’s helping stories be heard, conversations be started, and people feel seen. I want to use my experiences to encourage others to speak up, to create spaces where people know they’re not alone, and to prove that poetry can make a real difference.

If you choose to support my journey, you’re becoming part of it. You’re helping a young poet reach audiences they otherwise couldn’t, represent my hometown with pride, and continue creating work that brings people together. Whether you donate, share my fundraiser, or simply believe in what I’m trying to do, it means more than I can put into words. Thank you for helping me keep this dream alive.