Contemporary poetry as cross-cultural dialogue: exploring identity, healing, and global voices

Abstract

This study examines contemporary poetry as a dynamic space for cross-cultural dialogue, focusing on its role in identity formation, emotional healing, and the articulation of global voices. Through a qualitative literary analysis of selected poetic works, the article explores how poetry functions not only as an aesthetic expression but also as a therapeutic and sociocultural medium. Drawing on interdisciplinary perspectives from literary studies, cultural theory, and expressive arts therapy, the research highlights poetry’s capacity to mediate personal and collective experiences across cultural boundaries. The findings suggest that contemporary poetry operates as a form of cultural capital, enabling marginalized and transnational voices to negotiate belonging, resilience, and meaning in an increasingly globalized world.