POEM: In the East where the sun does rise

In the East where the sun does rise,

Under painted morning skies,

A mission formed, no need for guise,

For global change, we set our eyes.

BRICS concept, a guiding star,

Financial freedom, near and far,

Justice, equity, who we are,

In unity, we'll reach so far.

From the East Coast's early dawn,

To the West where the day is drawn,

Our unity shines like the brightest morn,

In this global movement, we're reborn.

We welcome activists, hearts on fire,

Youth leaders whose dreams aspire,

Organizers who never tire,

Educators who inspire higher.

Business leaders, ethics pave your way,

Legal pros who brighten each day,

Healthcare workers, compassion's ray,

Environmentalists, nature's display.

Global citizens, together we stride,

Fulfillment in hearts, far and wide,

In this journey, we won't be denied,

Through challenges, we stand side by side.

Though resistance may come, we won't sway,

The emotional toll, we'll bear each day,

In unity, we'll find our way,

For justice and equity, we'll convey.

In this pursuit, there may be strife,

Burnout's shadow in our life,

Legal hurdles, like a knife,

Security risks, in this world of strife.

Resource constraints, a daunting place,

Frustration's slow and steady pace,

In isolation, we'll still embrace,

Cultural differences, we'll interlace.

Political complexities, a dance we engage,

In this global movement, on history's stage,

For the world's betterment, we'll engage,

With hope in our hearts, we'll assuage.

From East to West, and all around,

In this global movement, we are bound,

For justice and equity, we're sound,

In unity, our voices resound.

By Robert Sussman aka Speir