Sharjah M’Bodji is a 16-year-old Afro-Caribbean writer who loves spoken word poetry, speechwriting, article writing, and mixed media art, incorporating both her writing and photography. She was born and raised in Harlem, New York City, and attends Ethical Culture Fieldston School in the Bronx. Her passion for writing stems from her devotion to social justice, pride in her identity, and willingness to share her experiences to help others heal their inner child. She believes that writing can make a difference and give a voice to the voiceless through the power of language.
This multimedia piece explores the multifaceted journey to healing my inner child. It focuses on the trauma forged after my father left my mother and I. It’s the apology I never received.