Climb on...together.
Read more about Amanda Gorman, the nation’s first national youth poet laureate, here in the LA Times. Amanda Gorman, the nation's first National Youth Poet Laureate, has emerged as a powerful and inspiring voice in poetry and activism. Born in 1998, she gained international acclaim for her captivating poem, "The Hill We Climb," which she recited at the inauguration of President Joe Biden in January 2021.
Gorman's eloquent and poignant verses touch upon themes of unity, hope, and social justice, resonating with a wide audience. Beyond her remarkable talent as a poet, she is also an advocate for education and literacy, working to promote the transformative power of words and storytelling.
Amanda Gorman, a 22-year-old poet, read an original work at President Joe Biden's inauguration on January 20, 2020.