
Versus Versus
Building on the work of decades of disability justice advocacy, the anthology Versus Versus, edited by Rachael Boast, showcases 100 disabled, D/deaf and neurodivergent poets, from across the international arena. From emerging voices and world-renowned authors, the poems challenge cultural, medical and political agendas and policies.
Join poets Polly Atkin, Pascale Petit and Nuala Watt, chaired by Elspeth Wilson, as they share their work to celebrate this new anthology that offers an urgent redress, unpicking many misapprehensions and misrepresentations.
Please wear a mask when attending this event.
This event will be BSL interpreted and livestreamed.
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