Ama Codjoe is an American poet, dancer, and social justice activist. Her literary career gained significant momentum with the publication of her debut poetry collection, Bluest Nude, which earned critical acclaim and multiple honors, including the Lenore Marshall Poetry Prize and a Whiting Award in 2023.

Her work frequently engages with the complexities of the human form and personal experience, utilizing a lyrical style that bridges the gap between movement and language. Codjoe has been the recipient of numerous fellowships and residencies, including support from the National Endowment for the Arts, the Rona Jaffe Foundation, and Yaddo.

In 2023, Codjoe was appointed as the second Poet-in-Residence at the Guggenheim Museum in New York. Her contributions to contemporary poetry continue to be recognized through various award nominations, including the NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Poetry.