Tessy Jacques

Behind the written words is your average teenager, with a mind filled of imagination, a heart filled of dreams, and a voice unheard. Born and raised in Haiti, a third world country, in a family involved in politics, I have survived my fair share of hardships. Words, whether spoken or written, have a huge effect on people, and bring light to the daily problems that otherwise would be ignored. I speak five languages and write about controversial issues involving politics, humanity, gender, family dynamics, sexuality, discrimination... and so on.

I'm currently a university student. I'm also part-time blogger, slam poet, public speaker, musician, and translator.

Let's all Join the conversation! Because ALL VOICES matter!

Even those of your average teenager.