The Academy of American Poets is a national, member-supported organization that promotes poets and the art of poetry.

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is a nonprofit organization in the United States dedicated to defending and preserving individual rights and liberties.

Black studies or Africana studies (with nationally specific terms, such as African American studies and Black Canadian studies), is an interdisciplinary academic field that primarily focuses on the study of the history, culture, and politics of the peoples of the African diaspora and Africa.

The First Amendment to the United States Constitution is a foundational legal principle that guarantees individuals the freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government for redress of grievances.

Juan Felipe Herrera (born on December 27, 1948) is an American poet, performer, writer, cartoonist, teacher, and activist.

Lawrence Ferlinghetti, born on March 24, 1919, is an American poet, painter, and bookstore owner.

The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and one of the largest libraries in the world.

New York City, often simply referred to as NYC, is a major city located in the state of New York, United States.