Empty Your Backpack is a spoken word poem created by Sam Demma that encourages you to realize that people's words don't define your self-worth. It is a video filled with emotion, hope and perseverance. It was directed and animated by Ben Clarkson, a Juno-nominated illustrator, artist and animator.

 

If you enjoyed this poem, you can check out the entire project, book and poem at www.emptyyourbackpack.ca