AFLO. the poet (she/they) is a Brighton-based spoken word artist, activist and academic who uses poetry as a vehicle to disrupt the status quo and inspire social change. With a bold voice rooted in lived experience, AFLO. uses poetry as a tool for resistance, healing, and radical honesty. Her performances blend sharp social commentary with deep emotional resonance, exploring themes of race, identity, mental health, and social justice.
AFLO. hosts and curates a regular poetry night at Brighton Dome, STATUS FLO. Outside of performance, AFLO. is dedicated to community work, facilitating workshops and collaborating on creative initiatives that empower others to tell their stories. AFLO. is currently in the final year of her PhD research exploring Black people’s experiences of mental distress and intimacy. She also co-founder of a local anti-racist organisation, BARCO (Black Anti-Racism Community Organisation). Her interdisciplinary approach fuses poetry with activism, education, and collective care.
