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Danielle Oia Oru: Youth Poet Laureate of Allegheny County

• Danielle Oia Oru is the Youth Poet Laureate of Allegheny County for 2021-2022.
• She is passionate about migration, belonging, finding your voice, and international human rights law.
• Danielle believes in the power of voice, people, and passion.
• She is a third culture kid, born in the US to Nigerian parents but raised in South Africa.
• Danielle's "why" is people and their stories, creating happiness, and belonging.
• She believes in the spirit of belonging and uplifting human dignity.

Overcoming Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome

• Danielle initially hesitated to apply for Youth Poet Laureate due to imposter syndrome but realized she had the desire, time, talent, and skills.
• She prepared herself by practicing, serving, and leading.
• Danielle emphasizes the importance of time management, creating a sense of community and belonging, and viewing conflict as an opportunity for closer relationships.

The Power of Voice and Public Speaking

• Danielle believes that public speaking and natural speech are similar but not the same, and she had to practice to become a good communicator.
• She shares a personal poem that highlights the significance of answering the call to action and seizing opportunities.

Event Conclusion and Acknowledgements

• The event organizer acknowledges the contributions of the committee members and speakers.
• The audience is encouraged to provide feedback through a post-event survey.
• Honors College students are reminded to claim their honors OC credit on the suitable app before 2 p.m.