Honestly, I have been thinking of what to write next and nothing was coming forth. But i said to myself, this thirty day’s challenge mustn’t be only about the government if I want to finish it this year because it’s not only the government that’s our problem. We’re also our own problem and we shouldn’t neglect that, focusing only on the government. Besides it’s individuals like us that make up the government so why can’t we talk us.
This brings me to what I want to discuss today, community development service. What happens to we rise by lifting others we sing on social media? What happens to building communities that’s beneficial to everyone in the society and not just for a set of people. I don’t know what it means to be a philanthropist but after working on my first community project, I understood better.
Truth be told, It wasn’t easy for me but am glad that my determination was much higher than just having dreams. You know, I wouldn’t have gotten this far if it was only a mere thought of getting something out of this cause mehh, I was broken that period. The attitude and insult I got was enough to stop me left alone my unrecognized effort and resources from the government. But that didn’t stop me either, here I am. Working on my third edition for 2025 and I wouldn’t dare forget those that believed in me and gave me their support. My sponsors and every other individual that contributed to see this project come to life, I appreciate you all. But this is about the time to we go again for our school children. Be part of something that can change lives positively and you won’t regret supporting this initiative.
Actually am planning and hoping that this program will be bigger and better with your help if you find it interesting to push this project forward. So go check out our social media platforms @ Anambra Rebirth to view our previous programs of the year.
Below is a detailed summary of the project plan and the account details for funding this program.
Executive Summary
Project: Poetry Slam
Reading is the most ordinary task one can do that gives the greatest sense of satisfaction because is what almost everyone does on a daily basis even without noticing. You either read a message somewhere maybe on your phone or a bill board on the road, mail, newspaper, product content before buying, TV post, online post etc. Just to gain knowledge of what you're searching for and yes, am aware that what comes to peoples mind when reading is mentioned is a book which mustn't always be. Through reading and speaking of written words in form of poems, storytelling(prose) or drama which are the basic forms of literature is the least you can try achieving for a day because you will be a plus richer in knowledge than you were.
Adione Constance is a writer and lover of poetry, music and content creation among many other things. Personally, I was compelled to giving my service to humanity as a matter of building a creative space and a voice for self-empowerment in the state. In order words, providing a platform for every kind of person to express their feelings and experiences on issues as far reaching globally significant social and political problems. As a writer currently living in Anambra state, I observed that there are little or no communities that promote Art and literature generally in the state, which is the more reason why programs like this are needed to create awareness for like mind individuals.
The purest form of art is speaking and slam poetry is a reclaiming of the oral tradition of poetry and storytelling. According to Poetry Slam Inc, a poetry slam is the competitive art of performance poetry. It puts a dual emphasis on writing and performance encouraging poets to focus on what they're saying and how they're saying it. In Nigeria, the art began to gain popularity about five years ago. The poets and their audiences see slam poetry not only as a literary or performative art but also as a political stance, a means of livelihood and a medium of communication among people across the globe.
The growing popularity of performance poetry is a boost for mental wellbeing, improved public speaking skills, enhances memory and builds confidence on a personal level. Also as a genre of entertainment, writing poetry is a tool to increase the level of literacy in the country which is beneficial to encourage poetry slam clubs in schools among students for better learning. This project is a comprehensive package that will help in the development of our future generation both on an individual level and societal strength. Creating and maintaining platforms like this will help lay emphasis on conscious planning and training of our children which are the leaders of tomorrow. However, this project is basically aimed on correcting a common misconception our kids have about education and improving their overall performance both in school and out of school.
Anambra Rebirth is the first of its kind to be held among secondary school students and will also be recorded as the second poetry slam organized in Anambra state which I believe you would love to be part of this achievement.
Goals To Achieve
Providing a platform for voices to be heard
Incorporating young creatives into media and how best to maximize their true potentials.
Educating them on improved writing, performing and expressions of art which are benefits of creating poetry.
Writing poetry is beneficial on an intellectual and personal level which develops rhythm and enhances memory.
Learning to recite poems from memory which also promotes reading, vocabulary and communication Skills.
Opportunities to perform improves public speaking skills and presents the poems true meaning through the poet's performance.
This will focus on building confidence and inspiration to compete at a high level envisioning future beyond school.
To encourage poetry slam clubs in school among students for better learning.
Project Plan
This project is a day event that should involve maximum of two months online interactive class with mentors and students that will be ending with a cash prize, consolation prizes and a certificate of completion. We will love to focus more on secondary school children and other interested young creatives in media to be part of this program. Which the turn up for the event will also serve as a graduation ceremony that will include the audiences to be both teachers and parents available with other official guest to be present.
However, building this event to a reputable taste that promotes creative education and performance of poetry that engages communities is what we intend to make out of this. Therefore planning a memorable event is heavily dependent on the detailed statistics of activities to be done like date, time and perfect location etc. But these are prone to changes due to feasible situations that are yet to be considered in order to meet our expectations for this project.
Poetry Slam Rules
Poems must be original
It must not be more than 6 stanzas or less than 4 stanzas.
It must be recited from memory.
No props or music attached.
Limit of 3 minutes for each participant.
All poems must be about the theme.
Note, the judges will be looking out for:
Strength of words
Tone of voice
Actual overall performance.
Theme
Young creatives in media.
Write about a personalized impact of August meeting in the society that’s relatable in a narrative way of conveying a meaningful message.
Why Invest
Social media is also a business that has unlimited potential with a client base that can span across the world. This trend is unlikely to die soon, and new platforms are being released every year, making the possibilities for expansion limitless which is why people need to invest in it and maintain the growth that will most presumably, pay a lot later with consistency.
As a genre of entertainment, it's a tool to increase the level of literacy in the country.
A means of livelihood and a medium of communication among people across the globe.
A call for re-awakening of national consciousness to deliberately facilitate in the integration of the country's economy while thinking about the future as strategic investments to arts and Education as a whole.
Let’s join hands together to introduce a whole new talent and skill that will flourish as a Spoken Word Poetry Industry in Nigeria and diaspora.
This is a chance to become the pacesetters for new beginnings, new opportunities and new life itself.
Market Plan
First road to contact is dishing out flyers to various secondary schools in Anambra while educating them on the need to participate in this program.
Next in line is reaching out to a commercial radio station for adverts and publicity.
Personal effort of posting and publicizing on social media.
Financial Plan
Below is the list of estimated budget for this project.
Cash prize of 30,000 naira, 30,000 naira for first place for both class assessment and poetry slam respectively. Additional worth of 80,000 naira for consolation prizes for all participants.
Hall 120,000 naira
Refreshments 250,000 naira
Dj 35,000 naira
Decorations 60,000 naira
Adverts 75,000 naira
Videographer 100,000 naira
Flyers and banner 58,000 naira
Judges 230,000 naira
Mentors and host 300,000 naira
Package for dignitaries 150,000 naira
Polo print 60,000 naira
Certificate and awards 38,000 naira
Internet connection 40,000 naira
Miscellaneous 59,000 naira
Total 1,575,000 naira
For support and sponsorships, send money to the account below.
Account name: Adione Constance Mmesoma
Account number: 2086937449
Bank: United Bank Of Africa (UBA)
