Poet In Residence @urbantreefest 2022 Faber Academy (Advanced Poetry) Alumni Supported by DYCP Nature Connection & Journaling Guide

United Kingdom
Joined August 2020
Extremely happy my wee pandemic poem found its forever home in "Obsessed With Pipework" It’s a cracker of an edition. Huge gratitude to the editors 🙏 #poetry #poem
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Ahoo Daryaei. Say her name. Break the silence, let this be viral! #AhooDaryaei
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Breaking: The authorities in Iran are now claiming that a young woman, who courageously removed her clothes in protest against harassment by the morality, police at her university, suffers from psychological illness and has been admitted to a mental health hospital. This accusation of mental instability is a familiar tactic by the Islamic Republic. In 2014, when I launched the My Stealthy Freedom campaign against compulsory hijab, the regime used similar lies against me, claiming I had a mental breakdown, undressed myself on the London subway and was raped by three men. This is how they attempt to undermine those who resist their oppression. I believe her life is now in serious danger. I urge international media, human rights organizations, and the international community to see through these lies and support her before is too late. Stand up for Iranian women who have had enough of this regime’s gender apartheid. This woman has been forcibly hospitalized under psychiatric supervision—marking the start of torture and, soon after, the cycle of forced confessions. One student who witnessed the entire incident says: “On Saturday, November 2, we saw the university’s security and Basij forces trying to forcibly drag a female student into the security room, under the pretext of her not wearing a proper hijab. She resisted, and in the struggle, her hoodie was pulled off, leaving her with only her undergarments underneath. Shocked, the security officers let her go, after which, in a moment of rage, she removed her pants and threw them at the officers.” This eyewitness account directly contradicts the regime’s narrative and shows the extent of brutality Iranian women face for the most basic acts of defiance. Let’s be her voice.
In Iran, a student harassed by her university’s morality police over her “improper” hijab didn’t back down. She turned her body into a protest, stripping to her underwear and marching through campus—defying a regime that constantly controls women’s bodies. Her act is a powerful reminder of Iranian women’s fight for freedom. Yes we use our bodies like weapons to fight back a regime that kills women for showing their hair. This happened at Tehran’s Science and Research University She has since been arrested by the authorities. Be her voice. #WomanLifeFreedom
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It’s my balloon day! Celebrating making it through another year with my soul in tact :))
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The Pumpkin Acquisition 🎃💫
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Samhain blessings you lovely lot. Yes, today is about spooky treats and films but it is also a time to remember and honour those who have passed over. It’s a day of ancestors. There’s a fair few chats for me to have tonight and the day began perfectly, a misty forest 🙏🌳💫
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Michele Grieve retweeted
Voting is a part of your birthright as a citizen. Don't give it away. Make sure you’re registered and have a plan to vote at IWillVote.com.
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The destructive impact of living your life with a secret. This week's @LockedUpLiving guest is @helenpgarlick sharing her experience of shedding a family secret. Helen's a great conversationalist and shares compassionate insights. From Wednesday at 6am.
Living a life with a secret. This week’s guest is author of the compelling book, “No Place To Lie”. In her memoir, Helen Garlick describes the devastating impact secrets had on her own family and the healing journey she found expressing them through her writing. From Wednesday
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Calling all #IndieAuthors! 🎉 The Self-Publishing Advice Conference #SelfPubCon24 is back Oct 19-20 with a 24-hour marathon of expert advice to help you turn your writing into a profitable business. Network, learn from pros & win prizes! Register for free: selfpublishingadviceconferen…
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Poetry means every word is uses. Every pause is intentional. In a world where words are low-currency, where they are bandied about with no fear of consequence, poetry is serves a vital role. 📸 Zac Key #poetry #MondayMusings
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Michele Grieve retweeted
Thank you to @Culturesmatter for publishing my poem, 'what if war were measured in baby teeth'. #CeasefireNow what if war were measured in baby teeth culturematters.org.uk/index.…
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Hi folks, Some people have been having problems with our submissions form. If that's you, and you still want to submit, you can do so via email! We've also extended the submissions deadline to give you an extra 24 hours: we close at midnight on Tuesday! andotherpoems.com/submission…
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Michele Grieve retweeted
A shout-out to my dear friend @oormilaprahlad and her gorgeous, recently published micro-collection A SECOND LIFE IN EIGHTY-EIGHT KEYS published by @hedgehogpoetry 🦔🦔🦔 numbered ten in the press little black book series. I would highly recommend the whole, pocket-size series.
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Please come along to the online launch of Ten Poems of Light 7pm Sun 20th October with guest readings by contributing poets and an OPEN MIC featuring poems about light, poetry – and millions!   More details here – it’s free but you need to register candlestickpress.co.uk/event…
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Hear @FrancesBoyle19 read three poems as part of wave nineteen of @iambapoet. 'What tuning will bring me past static to clarity, to that thrum of silence, voices chiming, twining, a braid of sound within that space between breathing ... ' iambapoet.com/wave/19-france…
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Hear @MicheleGrieve read three poems as part of wave nineteen of @iambapoet. iambapoet.com/wave/19-michel…
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Hear Lewis Wyn Davies read three poems as part of wave nineteen of @iambapoet. iambapoet.com/wave/19-lewis-…
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Michele Grieve retweeted
I’m overheating with the excitement of everything @iambapoet today! So happy. Heading out to visit our dear 106 year old friend for the day & can’t wait to listen to all the amazing work showcased on Wave19 this evening. Dive in & enjoy. It’s astonishing!🌟iambapoet.com/wave/19
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