The charity event produced by Ras Takura which seeks to raise funds for the CASE University in the parish saw edifying performances from world renowned dub poet Mutabaruka, Ras Takura, D.Y.C.R, No Madz and Kshema Francis among others.

The members of Royal African Soldiers Ginsu, Ras Takura and Neeto Meeks who is visibly still recovering following a stroke, reunited delivering a refreshing performance. Dis Poem Word Fest started out in 2011 on the College of Agriculture and Science campus at Passley Gardens in Portland. The agricultural element was added this year.