POEMS

Out of Silence

Part of my final Croydon Poet Laureate project, Out of Silence, 2024

On Film

Still

Commissioned for National Poetry Day, 2023

For Us and We

Commissioned for the London Mozart Players' Oratorio of Hope, 2023

For You

Collaboration with the London Mozart Players, Dédé, and Agudo Dance Company, 2021

Come Together

First Croydon Poet Laureate Commission, 2020

You've Got This

Poem for AVIARD Inspires in collaboration with Fully Focused - MYM and the Mayor of London, 2020

Land of the Free

Performed at Mind Over Matter open mic, 2018

What Would You Say?

First spoken word poem written to launch Young People Insight with support from Fixers UK, 2015

On the Page

Part of Voices of Croydon exhibition, my first Croydon Poet Laureate project, 2021

Published by Ink, Sweat & Tears, and inspired by Ryan Calais Cameron's show For Black Boys Who Have Considered Suicide When the Hue Gets Too Heavy, 2021

Metamorphosis of Dartnell Park

Part of Dartnell Park residency, my second Croydon Poet Laureate project, 2021

Written for SW Londoner to offer hope during lockdown, 2020

Shaniqua was incredibly collaborative and flexible under the tight time constraints, delivering a powerful and inspiring outcome. The video had a significant impact, motivating students during a particularly challenging time. Her exceptional writing skills were pivotal to the success of the project.

Amani Simpson - Founder and CEO of AVIARD Inspires

Testimonials

Shaniqua is one of the best to work with; talented, skilled, thorough and kind. Not only does she work well collaboratively, she also enhances areas in projects that need further attention and growth. I highly recommend her.

Dédé - Artist