War is often dressed up in the language of honor, glory, and patriotism — yet beneath the banners and speeches lies a darker, more devastating truth. This poem strips away those illusions, confronting the reader with the raw images…
This poem is a journey through hidden battles and quiet resilience. It speaks for the countless young people who laugh in the daylight yet wrestle with their own shadows at night. Coming from a humble background, the poet wishes…
This heartfelt poem is written by a 10 year old. In her tender words, she contrasts the peace she feels in her classroom with the violence and anger she sees in the larger world. Through her simple yet profound words,…
This poem is a gentle yet powerful reminder that peace and justice are inseparable. Through simple, heartfelt verses, it captures the essence of fairness, kindness, and respect as the building blocks of a better world. The poet calls us…
This poem is a poetic rebellion against ‘Silence’. It speaks for the unseen, the unheard, the scrolled-past, and the too-easily forgotten. This poem is a rallying cry — for awareness, for action, for empathy. It recognizes how easy it…
This poem reflects the silent battles many young hearts face in a world brimming with noise. At its core, it speaks to a universal experience — of feeling unseen, unheard, and alone even amidst a crowd. This poem powerfully captures…
Today’s society is so gripped by social media, showing false truths of how to behave, and the world’s norms, telling teenagers to be like everybody else, instead of being who they are. Because of this, teenagers face conflicts of…
“Escape” is not just a poem — it’s a plea from the soul of a young poet witnessing a world unraveling. It doesn’t shy away from the hard truths: war, terror, loss, and the unrelenting sorrow that pervades too…
In a world where attention is currency, this poem exposes how constant digital immersion shapes and often distorts – our values, focus, and even sense of identity. At Poets & Peace, we believe poetry can wake us up – not just…