Youth Poet Laureate - Oakland

Youth Poet Laureate - Oakland An annual literary honor for youth poets in Oakland, CA. Finalists and Laureates continue to be invited participate in events beyond their laureate year.

Initiated in 2012, the Oakland Youth Poet Laureate program annually invites submissions from talented young writers to be considered for the city's top literary honor. The winning poet will earn a $5,000 educational scholarship and embark on a year of opportunities as an ambassador for literacy, arts and youth expression. The annual contest is run by the Oakland Public Library with support from community organizations. The Friends of Oakland Public Library provides the Laureate's scholarship, which is managed by Scholarmatch. To book an Oakland Youth Poet Laureate or Finalist for a performance or workshop please fill out the BOOKING REQUEST FORM: http://oaklandlibrary.org/yplbooking

06/06/2026
It's time!!!! We are celebrating 15 years!! Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Alumni Showcase and Application LaunchFriday, J...
12/24/2025

It's time!!!! We are celebrating 15 years!!

Oakland Youth Poet Laureate Alumni Showcase and Application Launch

Friday, January 2, 2026

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

, 546 9th St. Oakland

Get your poetry on and find out everything you need to know to be part of the 2026 cohort!

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125 14th Street
Oakland, CA
94612

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(510) 761-7636

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