A teenager from north London has beaten more than 6,000 young writers to win one of the world’s biggest poetry competitions.
Giovanni Rose, 17, wrote the poem Welcome to Tottenham based on his experience growing up in the area.
“It was a great feeling,” he said. It is important to use your voice; you never know what changes you can make until you try. “
The Foyle Young Poet of the Year Award is open to children aged 11-17 who write original works in English. The Poetry Society said Giovanni was one of the top 15 winners.
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