Deep Center

Deep Center Deep Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides free, fun, and rigorous writing workshops for public school students in Savannah, Georgia.

Deep Center uses writing, art, and culture to fuel the creative fires of Savannah’s young people, helping them connect their learning to their lives, their lives to their communities, and their actions to change. We connect kids with a thriving community of writing mentors—local authors, poets, and journalists—to help them share their stories. Deep Center takes an in-depth approach to literacy by

challenging young people to engage with language and their stories through writing, reading, and performance. We help them write and express themselves with skill, confidence, and courage, and we showcase their best work through publication and in live venues. Deep also strives to raise the voices of diverse young people in our community to ensure their perspectives, stories, and aesthetics are part of our rich cultural fabric, and to afford them the opportunity to engage in critical debates and the development of new cultural forms and movements.

Since 2008, Deep has been impacting the Savannah community, and this series will highlight the people behind Deep’s stor...
05/29/2026

Since 2008, Deep has been impacting the Savannah community, and this series will highlight the people behind Deep’s story.

Kayonna recently graduated from Savannah High on May 21st, but she has been a member of the Deep’s Slam Poetry Team for two years and is heading to the Brave New Voices national competiton in July. She is a dynamic poet and enjoys writing meaningful poerty about systems change.

In the comments, share what you love about Deep!

We truly appreciate your consideration in sponsoring a poet, and you can scan the QR code on the flyer to give. And if y...
05/29/2026

We truly appreciate your consideration in sponsoring a poet, and you can scan the QR code on the flyer to give.

And if you’d like to experience the power of slam poetry live, join us for an evening of powerful performances, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the championship competition.

Saturday, May 30, 2026
Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Be sure to check out our other posts about the competition to RSVP!

We are so excited to announce that DJ L Boogie will be our DJ for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam! You won't want to miss...
05/28/2026

We are so excited to announce that DJ L Boogie will be our DJ for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam!

You won't want to miss out on this amazing event with great tunes and powerful voices.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot.

Our final amazing guest judge for the Savannah Youth Slam is Shante Smith!Shante Smith, also known as WordVersus, is a s...
05/27/2026

Our final amazing guest judge for the Savannah Youth Slam is Shante Smith!

Shante Smith, also known as WordVersus, is a spoken word artist, educator, and creative visionary whose work centers on transformation through the power of words. Performing since 2002, she uses poetry as a vehicle to inspire healing, reflection, literacy, and purpose in young people and communities alike. She is also the recent founder of Get Lit Foundation, an organization focused on literacy, youth development, and empowering communities through creative expression and education.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot.

We are incredibly proud of our Deep Flows SLAM Team, who delivered a powerful and moving performance at this year's 2026...
05/27/2026

We are incredibly proud of our Deep Flows SLAM Team, who delivered a powerful and moving performance at this year's 2026 TEDxSavannnah.

Their performance captivated the audience and earned a well-deserved standing ovation for its creativity, passion, and powerful message.

Shout out to Kay, Amora, Eyonn, and Kalia for representing Deep Center so beautifully and using their voices to inspire and move the community.

And a special thank you to their coaches, Jezmin Daniels and Brandy Simpkins, whose leadership, mentorship, and dedication helped bring this incredible performance to life.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot.

Photo Credit: John Alexander

Today, we are announcing our fourth fantastic guest judge for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam!Judge Christopher Middleton...
05/26/2026

Today, we are announcing our fourth fantastic guest judge for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam!

Judge Christopher Middleton was elected to the Chatham County Superior Court Judiciary on May 21st, 2024. Prior to joining the Superior Court bench, he served as a 10-year trial litigator with the Eastern Judicial Circuit Public Defender's Office, and later he co-founded the law firm of Cox, Rodman & Middleton, LLC.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot.

Our third incredible guest judge for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam is Commissioner Whitely!Aaron “Adot” Whitely is a de...
05/22/2026

Our third incredible guest judge for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam is Commissioner Whitely!

Aaron “Adot” Whitely is a dedicated father, visionary community advocate, accomplished entrepreneur, and a leader in small business development. He currently serves as the District 6 Commissioner on the Chatham County Board of Commissioners, where he works tirelessly to champion equitable development, expand access to opportunity, and uplift the voices of his constituents.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot.

Our second esteemed guest judge for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam is Marisa Arnold!Marisa Arnold is the Director of Edu...
05/21/2026

Our second esteemed guest judge for the Savannah Youth Poetry Slam is Marisa Arnold!

Marisa Arnold is the Director of Education and Partnerships at East Savannah United, and her work focuses on leading strategies that integrate early childhood education, community voice, and cross-sector collaboration into a cohesive model for change.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot.

The Savannah Youth Poetry Slam is almost here, and Deep is so excited to announce our amazing judges!First up, we have E...
05/20/2026

The Savannah Youth Poetry Slam is almost here, and Deep is so excited to announce our amazing judges!

First up, we have Eric Bailey who is one of the fastest-rising stand-up commedians on the East Coast. His style creates a thought provoking, emotionally unpredictable experience that is often capped off with a musical act that adds a "cherry on top" at the end of every show.

Support our youth by attending the Deep Speaks SLAM Competition Big Show! 🎤🔥

Join us for an evening of powerful poetry, creativity, and youth voices as our finalists take the stage for the final competition.

🕠 Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Southwest Chatham Library

Remember to scan the QR code to secure your spot or use link in bio!

05/19/2026

Here are 3 reasons why you should join us next week, May 26, for our May Barbershop Talk! First off, there's free food! You can skip the meal prep and enjoy some dinner on us. But our Barbershop Talks are more than just a space for free food, haircuts, and manicures. People continue to attend for the conversations and resources shared. This month we're talking about our reentry employment journeys while learning about potential apprenticeship pathways to prosperity.

If you want to attend, email [email protected] to RSVP

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200 E Saint Julian Street, Suite 524
Savannah, GA
31401

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Monday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

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