I Am A Daughter of Change

I a citizen, Free to think, Free to be. I am a student, Given the ability to learn, About justice, civil rights, liberty. I am a young woman, Inspired by bold voices, Those who risked their life, to take a stand. I am who I am today, Because of knowledge, Given through their gentle hands. I have learned to be, A citizen of peace, That these rights, they belong to me. I do not raise a sign, Of anger or greed, But of loving sincerity. I have a chance, To speak up, And speak out. I am a citizen, Filled from the core with hope, There remains to be no doubt. I stand up, For my given rights, Like Rosa Parks. I am allowed, To express myself, Through all forms of art. I may be small, And I may speak softly, But I make my words count. I am change, Always moving like the wind, Every part of me, every ounce. I know my place, When to hold my tongue, And when to speak my mind. I am given rights, To live, be free, To use wisely my time. I am not promised tomorrow, Thus, today I will say, Words that will make a sound. I have civil rights, I am a voice of change, One that helps liberty resound.