Born and raised in deep South Moruga, Shakira’s passion for poetry began as a student at Cowen Hamilton Secondary. Teacher, arts educator and creative are just a few words to describe her. As an artist she thrives to be the voice of the 99% and use her talent as a medium to inspire change throughout Trinidad and Tobago. As the reigning First Citizens National Poetry Slam Champion, Shakira is focused on embracing different opportunities to allow the artform of spoken word to grow and expand.