INTRODUCTION
Poets in Nigeria (PIN) seeks to be represented by individuals who are passionate about promoting poetry in their respective localities. This initiative is designed to have lovers of poetry represent and promote the objectives, interests and activities of PIN across the country.
Initiated in 2015 to stimulate interest in poetry reading, writing and performances, PIN prioritizes the promotion of poetry at the grassroots via the appointment of ambassadors who will fly the flag of poetry as a tool for social change.
ELIGIBILITY
• Must be a poet or lover of poetry interested in the promotion of poetry
• Should have a good grasp of his/her environment
ACTIVITIES
A PIN Ambassador will be involved in the following:
• physical and virtual promotion of PIN Initiatives
• moderation of PIN Initiatives (programmes)
• periodic reports of activities to be published on PIN Website
• organization of literary outreaches enhancing the visibility of PIN
• participation in PIN events when invited
BENEFITS
As a PIN Ambassador, you have access to the following:
• diverse literary opportunities including poetry contests, literary workshops and residency programmes
• PIN souvenirs including publications, T-shirts, stationery etc.
• programmes enhancing capacity development
If you are interested in being part of this initiative, please fill the application form (https://bit.ly/pinambassadors), and we will get back to you.
DEADLINE: 9th January, 2021