In the debut episode of Sauga Arts Rising, host India Brown sits down with Lisa Shen, Mississauga’s Youth Poet Laureate (2023-2025), to discuss her journey as a spoken word artist. Lisa shares insights on the duties of a Youth Poet Laureate, her experience publishing her first ever chapbook, balancing wellness in her poetry practice, and a sneak peek at National Poetry Month events happening in the city.

Learn more about Lisa Shen
https://lisashen.ca/
https://www.instagram.com/itslisashen/
https://www.youtube.com/@itslisashen

Learn more about India Brown
https://www.instagram.com/missy.flamingo/

About Sauga Arts Rising
Mississauga’s arts scene is full of fresh and vibrant young creatives. Hosted by spoken word artist, vocalist, and performer India Brown, Sauga Arts Rising captures that spirit in poignant conversations with the city’s next wave of professional artists. Follow Sauga Arts HUB!
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