I came across this video last week, from a link on Facebook posted by a friend who is very involved in Slam Poetry. I remembered Shane Koyczan from the 2010 Olympics Opening Ceremony, where he had done an amazing poetic performance about Canada that made me so proud to be Canadian.
With the help of an fantastic team of animators who volunteered to do the animation to go along with his powerful poem, Shane is making an incredible impact. There have been over 5 million views in a week on YouTube!
Listen to his message - words hurt. Be careful with your words. And those who've been hurt by words - remember that there are many people who would like to support you, if you will talk.
With the help of an fantastic team of animators who volunteered to do the animation to go along with his powerful poem, Shane is making an incredible impact. There have been over 5 million views in a week on YouTube!
Listen to his message - words hurt. Be careful with your words. And those who've been hurt by words - remember that there are many people who would like to support you, if you will talk.