<p>Joy Harjo is a former United States Poet Laureate: she was in fact the first Native American ever to hold that position. In 2022, she was named the inaugural artist-in-residence at the Bob Dylan Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Born in that city in 1951, Harjo is a member of the Muscogee (Mvskoke) Creek Nation, and her writing weaves together a tapestry of indigenous culture and contemporary experiences.</p>
<p>As a tireless advocate for Native American rights and environmental preservation, Harjo&#8217;s work frequently extends past the written word. She brings her compelling vision to life through her music, poetry, and prose, using her art as a powerful instrument for change.</p>
