Brittini Ward
Detroit native, Brittini Ward, is an Emmy award winning, interdisciplinary artist and organizer who uses spoken word for change. She has performed for many cultural events, community organizations, virtual conferences and award winning plays. She was awarded an Emmy for her slam poetry and received the 2015 Kwanzaa San Antonio Unity Award. Brittini is the poet laureate for The Irwin House Global Art Center & Gallery and a member of “The Guild,” spoken word organization. She curates many open mic spaces, showcases and is known for her efforts to uplift and preserve the Detroit poetry community.