The Story of My Heart

by Pongo Poetry Project Youth Writers

A collection of poetry by youth writers from Pongo Poetry Project, a Seattle-based nonprofit that engages systems-impacted youth in therapeutic poetry writing to facilitate healing from trauma including abuse, neglect, racism, and exposure to violence.

About the Artist

Pongo Poetry Project’s mission is to engage youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. Envisions a world where all youth who have experienced childhood trauma can be seen, heard, and affirmed in their full humanity.

Next Up

Dreaming Ecosystems: Film Poetry Workshop

Common OBJECTS
March 14, 2026
11 am – 5 pm

March 15, 2026
11 am – 5 pm

Space is limited

Cadence Casual [in person]

Northwest Film Forum
April 18, 2026
5:30 – 7 pm

ceaseless, of the earth

Frye Art Museum
April 30, 2026
6 – 8 pm