Welcome. We are so happy you are here!

We’re thrilled to welcome you to our vibrant community of writers, dreamers, and storytellers. At We Are Urban Haiku, we believe in the transformative power of storytelling.

We have created a space to decolonize and re-indigenize our storytelling ways, voices, and culture. A space for us.

A space that actively decenters whiteness. 

The idea behind We Are Urban Haiku was born out of a passion for fostering a writing environment that truly reflects the global majority - a platform where every marginalized writer, regardless of their background, feels seen, heard, and valued. Our mission is not just about teaching the craft of storytelling, it's about dismantling barriers, increasing accessibility, challenging assumptions, and nurturing a community that thrives on the richness of varied perspectives and what happens when we dare to “dance in the cracks.” * 

In establishing this emergent space, we envision and continue to dream a rich and magical expanse that encourages exploration, innovation, and the unapologetic embrace of one's unique narrative. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just starting on your creative journey, we’re here to inspire, guide, and empower you.

*From Bayo Akomolafe, post-humanist, trickster philosopher and curator of the Emergence Network