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Poetry is one of humanity’s oldest tools for understanding life.

For thousands of years, people have used poetry to tell stories, pass down knowledge, question power, and give voice to emotions that are often difficult to explain. It is a form of expression that belongs to everyone, everywhere.

Even in places where daily life is uncertain, poetry continues to emerge. It creates space for reflection, connection, and dignity. Through words, people reclaim their stories and remind the world that they are more than the circumstances surrounding them.

On this International World Poetry Day, we celebrate all those who write, perform, and share poetry. Your words keep alive a tradition that has shaped human thought, culture, and imagination across generations.