Monday, February 21, 2011

Creative Writing Reflection

Today's Consultation Day presented CSW attendees with a number of issues regarding women's status around the world. Technology was a key theme in today's panels and discussions. Many speakers emphasized the value in women having access to technology, coupled with the ability to use it. I do NOT consider myself a poet of any sorts, but I would like to share some creative writing, reflecting on some of the issues raised today.


The world of inequality:


Can you help me birth my baby?
No.
Then she will die during my labor.

Can you ensure me post natal care?
No.
Then I will die from my labor.

Can you diagnose my illness?
No.
Then I will be too sick to feed my child.

Can you allow me access to mobile communication?
No.
Then I will not be able to seek out help.

The world of equality:

Can you diagnose my illness?
Yes.
Then I will have strength enough to feed my child.

Can you help me birth my baby?
Yes.
Then she will thrive in my household.

Can you ensure me post natal care?
Yes.
Then I will have strength to raise a healthy child.

Can you allow me access to mobile communication?
Yes.
Then I know I am safe when an emergency occurs.

1 comment:

  1. What a beautiful poem Katie. You said all !!

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