Issue #6 Jul2023 | From Trauma to Triumph

This purchase allows you to read ZIMETRA International Magazine, From Trauma to Triumph, Issue 6, July 2023.

The exploration of trauma is a deeply personal and often challenging journey, and it is through the powerful words of the contributors that we have been able to shed light on this important and often overlooked aspect of the human experience. We are immensely grateful for their willingness to share personal narratives, insights, and perspectives. By opening up about their own experiences, we have created a space of empathy, compassion, and support for others who may be navigating their own paths of trauma. Together these contributions have fostered a sense of community, reminding us that we are not alone in our struggles and that healing is possible!

The July 2023 Edition is a true testament to the remarkable power of art, as submissions poured in from every corner of the globe, transcending borders and bridging diverse cultures. From Poland to Germany, Australia to Canada, and the Philippines and beyond, artists and poets from all walks of life have come together to create something truly extraordinary.

Contributors: 15 Countries  41 Submissions

(Poetry Category) Selected Winning Submissions

• Sarah Blakely - United States (Top 3 winning submission)
• Zahra Nalir - Sri Lanka (Top 3 winning submission)
• Ann and Kirby Kenny - United States (Top 3 winning submission)
• Marcelo Souza - Brazil
• Mervyn Seivwright - Germany
• Michaela Malek - Germany
• Patricia Walsh - Ireland
• Laura Emily Dashwood - Netherlands

(Art Category) - Selected Winning Submissions

• Matilde Bellomo - Italy (Top 3 winning submission)
• Kristine Narvida - Latvia (Top 3 winning submission)
• Gimha Munasinghe - Sri Lanka (Top 3 winning submission)
• Christian Stork - Germany
• Anastazja Dzupina - Poland
• Immie Ruth Jones - United States
• Jaina Cipriano - United States
• Lindsay Cronk - United States
• Rachelle DeBerry - United States
• Eliza Frensley - United States