Social Possibilities

Finalist for the 2025 American Writing Award Social Possibilities - Poetic Voices of Hope is the result of a submissions call with the focus about possibilities to improve society. We asked the question" " How can we bring hope?" Zaneta V. Johns, Contributor and Co-Editor says it best with her introduction: "Social Possibilities is a literary sanctuary at a time of heightened uncertainty and distress. We assembled global poetic voices to ease our growing anxieties. We are faced with conflicting perspectives and occasional despair. This anthology is filled with thoughtful optimism. Rather than ignore the challenges facing our humanity, we lean in to acknowledge them while remaining hopeful. Poetry promotes understanding, empathy and compassion, which are crucial to bridging social and political divides. Featured poets illuminate a path to help you uphold justice. Similarly, we encourage you to challenge the status quo and not remain silent. Silence does not promote justice for the underserved. With unwavering devotion, please share your voice and light for the betterment of our global community. This collection features poems that address themes of unity and serenity, ranging from calm to intense. From the first poem, "I Let Go," through the last poem, "Into the Light," these expressions are a compelling call to action. You will find personal insights, reassurance, and invaluable alternatives to fear and adversity. We celebrate these profound aspirations for a future of social connectedness. It is not too late for The Beloved Community, envisioned and coined by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Armed with these impactful messages, let's normalize kindness as an essential initial step toward harmony." Contributing poets include: Sarfraz Ahmed, Rita Anderson, Nell Anthony, Nanci Arvizu, David B. Barnes, Nayanjyoti Baruah, Roberta Batorsky, Thomas Beckwith, Arlene S. Bice, Susi Bocks, Yasmin S Brown, Stephen W. Buchanan, Joni Karen Caggiano, Vanessa Caraveo, Theresa Carlie, Cassa Bassa, Carla M. Cherry, Loralee Clark, Lauren M. Clemmons, Candice Louisa Daquin, Peter Devonald, Aaliyah El-Amin, Nolcha Fox, Barbara Harris Leonhard, Mark Andrew Heathcote, Duane L Herrmann, Tina Hudak, Michael Ingram, Chyrel J. Jackson, Zaneta V. Johns, Lin Marshall Brummels, Danielle Martin, David Martin, Sarah Merritt Ryan, Terri Michels, Karuna Mistry, Davion Moore, Nimitok, Ami Offenbacher Ferris, Dawn Pisturino, PoemsofCAMA, Linette Rabsatt, Ivan Salazar, Munmun Samanta (Sam), Shiela Denise Scott, Anupama Sham Budhrani, Nicole Smith, Ronda M. Smith, Phd, Lindsay Soberano Wilson, Vivi Sojorhn, Lisa Tomey-Zonneveld and Lynn White.