Poetry & Creative

Carla was the 4th Poet Laureate of York, PA and has toured the globe as a performer.

Read the Poetry... or Watch and Hear the Poetry...

Baraka (Swahilii for Blessing)

I start with a dark and unsettling truth,my beloved and innocent youth,my wellspring, my fountain, my one who rises, who climbs forth from caverns of unknowingto stretch

Diversity and Intersectionality Workshops

Workshops designed to encourage inclusive and productive environment for congregations, businesses and communities, focusing on diversity and intersectionality.

Activism Workshops

Workshops designed to empower individuals and groups in healthy and effective activism or community engagement.

Creative Writing Workshops

Workshops designed to inspire and guide creative processes. Available for adults, youth, or children.

Presentations of Note

Poor People’s Campaign
PA Early Childhood Education Summit
Lutheran Camping Corporation
Rutgers University
Johns Hopkins University
Columbia University
Arizona State University
Penn State University

Press

A Year After Trump’s Election, York, Pa., is Forever Changed

Carla Christopher worked with young people during a drop-in program at Union Evangelical Lutheran Church in York. Christopher also works as an equity coordinator at

Hundreds Attend Vigil in York for Mass Shooting Victims

YORK, Pa. – Sharing songs, poems and speeches of love and support nearly a dozen people spoke at a vigil in York in memory of

Pennsylvania Humanities Council Spotlight: Carla Christopher by Imahni Ellison

“The work these students created was insightful and mature, but often painful to read. I want to help them believe in more for themselves, and show them roadmaps, provide them with tools to get there.”

Kenneth Vincent Walker, Poet

Carla, this is in response to your requests for testimonials. Whether you choose to use this or not, no gift is required. You friendship is enough. It is my honor and privilege to acknowledge that my association with Carla Christopher has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. She is a force of nature, diverse, multi-talented, compassionate, dedicated and driven. The list of superlatives and accolades regarding her seems endless. Carla's contribution and impact on the local community is immeasurable and priceless.

Mandy Rae, Member of Union Lutheran Church

Carla is the real deal. She's funny, authentic, and hits hard where and when you need it. A force to be reckoned with and a bright spot in anyone's day.

TJ Gagliardi – Author of Processing and Owner/Director of TJG Audio Books

Poetry & Creative, Testimonials

TJ Gagliardi – Author of Processing and Owner/Director of TJG Audio Books

Carla is dynamic in her approach to both poetry and its advancement. She is able to reach artists in all genres, blending styles both popular and traditional to reach a diverse audience. Miss Christopher’s poetry is intuitive. Finding common ground with readers and possessing a kinetic, emotive vibrancy that transcends race, gender and age. One […]

Christine Lincoln – 5th Poet Laureate of York, PA, Random House Author & O Magazine ‘Phenomenal Woman’

Poetry & Creative, Testimonials

Christine Lincoln – 5th Poet Laureate of York, PA, Random House Author & O Magazine ‘Phenomenal Woman’

Carla Christopher is a poetic tornado, a veritable force that has forever altered the landscape of poetry, spoken word, and the artistic community here in York, PA. Except , instead of devastation, in Carla’s wake minds are opened, spirits renewed, hope restored, passions are reignited. . . Carla rains down love; everyone who comes in contact is saturated to the bone.

Daina Savage – Former Poet Laureate of Lancaster County and Curator of the Theatre of the Seventh Sister Spoken Word Festival

Poetry & Creative, Testimonials

Daina Savage – Former Poet Laureate of Lancaster County and Curator of the Theatre of the Seventh Sister Spoken Word Festival

Carla is a mesmerizing performer, an inspired organizer, and a galvanizing force for poetry in the region. She invites every voice to the table in such a supportive, magnanimous way that it is impossible to resist.

Ladi Glori – Spoken Word Artist & Author of Ms. Understood, The Plight of a Poet

Poetry & Creative, Testimonials

Ladi Glori – Spoken Word Artist & Author of Ms. Understood, The Plight of a Poet

Carla is like Robin Hood except artists are the currency. It's amazing. There are so many artists in the "pockets" of communities that unknowingly claim them as part of their wealth, but never acknowledge them. Carla collects those artists, depositing them into a community that will not only appreciate and acknowledge them, but will use them to elevate positivity in an area.

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Read the Poetry... or Watch and Hear the Poetry...

Baraka (Swahilii for Blessing)

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Diversity and Intersectionality Workshops

Activism Workshops

Creative Writing Workshops

Presentations of Note

Press

A Year After Trump’s Election, York, Pa., is Forever Changed

Hundreds Attend Vigil in York for Mass Shooting Victims

Pennsylvania Humanities Council Spotlight: Carla Christopher by Imahni Ellison

Testimonials

Kenneth Vincent Walker, Poet

Mandy Rae, Member of Union Lutheran Church

TJ Gagliardi – Author of Processing and Owner/Director of TJG Audio Books

TJ Gagliardi – Author of Processing and Owner/Director of TJG Audio Books

Christine Lincoln – 5th Poet Laureate of York, PA, Random House Author & O Magazine ‘Phenomenal Woman’

Christine Lincoln – 5th Poet Laureate of York, PA, Random House Author & O Magazine ‘Phenomenal Woman’

Daina Savage – Former Poet Laureate of Lancaster County and Curator of the Theatre of the Seventh Sister Spoken Word Festival

Daina Savage – Former Poet Laureate of Lancaster County and Curator of the Theatre of the Seventh Sister Spoken Word Festival

Ladi Glori – Spoken Word Artist & Author of Ms. Understood, The Plight of a Poet

Ladi Glori – Spoken Word Artist & Author of Ms. Understood, The Plight of a Poet

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