Junauda Petrus, a Minneapolis-based writer, activist and artist, has been named the city’s new poet laureate, and is set to continue her mission of amplifying Black and queer voices, fostering creative expression, and building community through the power of storytelling.
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Junauda Petrus: A Visionary Voice for Minneapolis as the 2025-2026 Poet Laureate
Junauda Petrus, a multidisciplinary artist and writer, has been selected as the City of Minneapolis Poet Laureate for the 2025-2026 term, and will serve as a cultural ambassador for the city, using poetry to connect communities and address social issues.