Pat Parker Poetry Award

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be a black, lesbian, feminist poet and submit a narrative poem or dramatic monologue. Submitted poems must be up to 50 lines in length and on a topic to the concerns of African-American women, lesbians, and feminists, or the life and work of poet Pat Parker. Preference given to poems that inspire, enlighten, or encourage.

How to Apply

Apply directly through the sponsoring organization's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first, and give yourself time before the July 31, 2027 deadline.

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