Jamaica’s Poet Laureate, Kwame Dawes, Earns Prestigious American Honor
Jamaica’s Poet Laureate, Kwame Dawes, has been inducted into the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
His election in 2025 recognizes decades of groundbreaking work in literature, poetry, and cultural scholarship — a milestone that celebrates both his personal achievement and Jamaica’s rich literary tradition.
The American Academy of Arts and Sciences, founded in 1780, honors individuals who have made significant contributions to knowledge, culture, and society.
- Benjamin Franklin
- Martin Luther King Jr.
- Margaret Mead
Dawes joins an illustrious list of members, placing him among the world’s leading thinkers in arts and humanities — a fitting acknowledgment of his profound influence on Caribbean and African literature.
This recognition places Dawes among the world’s leading thinkers in arts and humanities.
Author summary: Dawes inducted into American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
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