Help us Dream A World Where. . .

Did you know that Langston Hughes poem “I Dream a World” was part of the inspiration for Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech and the other bold, audacious dreams he had for our country? In honor of Langston Hughes, Dr. King and all those — past and present — who create dreams that move us toward a more equitable, just society, help Kids Voting Durham write a community poem for MLK Day. Its easy! Just share a couple lines with your dream for Durham, North Carolina, our county or our world through the form below. Then check back here on Monday, January 16 to see the community poem create from everyone’s contributions!

Want some dream inspiration? Check these out:

“This is our dream” — a crowdsourced poem from Kwame Alexander and NPR that helped inspire this activity

“What a Wonderful Durham” - JGunn and Made in Durham’s Youth Network have some big dreams for Durham

“I Dream a World” - read the Langston Hughes poem