With imagery that evokes the bravery of African-Americans in the face of slavery and discrimination, You Too Can Fly by Zetta Elliot is a powerful reminder to find hope in the darkest of moments.

Zetta Elliot is a black, feminist writer who was born and raised in Canada, and now lives in the United States. You Too Can Fly is featured in the powerful anthology, We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices.

Write a poem that will give others hope when they are frightened or about to give up.