Yolanda Wisher | |
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| Born | 1976 (age 47–48) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, US |
| Occupation | Poet, spoken-word artist |
| Genre | Poetry |
| Notable works | Monk Eats an Afro |
Yolanda Wisher (born 1976) is an American poet, educator and spoken word artist who focuses on the experience of being African-American.[1][2] She is a graduate of Temple University and was selected as the third Poet Laureate of Philadelphia in 2016.[3][4]
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- ^ Baker, Brandon (July 13, 2015). "Seven poets keeping the rhythmic tradition alive in Philadelphia". Philly Voice. Retrieved March 19, 2016.
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