Poetic Unity x ACLT have partnered to raise awareness of Sickle Cell Disease. This poem illuminates the profound courage of individuals living with Sickle Cell, transforming the narrative of chronic illness from mere survival to an extraordinary testament to the power of the human spirit - where pain becomes purpose. This partnership is highlighting the need for more young Black people to give blood; currently only 2% of donors are of Black heritage in the UK. It's important to have more donors of Black heritage to meet the growing need for transfusions as being of the same heritage provides a better blood match for those who need it.

 

Find out how you can donate blood to help our Sickle Cell siblings stand tall here: https://aclt.org/poetic-unity/

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Poem written and performed by PA BITEZ

Directed by Ryan J. Matthews-Robinson

Produced by Sabrina Jarrett

Cinematography by William Hadley

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