Youth Journalism International connects teen writers, artists and photographers with peers around the globe, teaches journalism, fosters cross-cultural understanding, and promotes and defends a free youth press.
Youth Journalism International is "a world-class organization for a true journalism without considering borders." -- Edrees Kakar
YJI senior reporter Edrees Kakar in Kabul, Afghanistan, a board member for Youth Journalism International. |
Youth Journalism International files for 501(c)(3) status It took longer than we'd like, but on October 23rd, we mailed off a long application to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service to seek formal designation as an educational, nonprofit, public charity. We're grateful for the help and good wishes from so many supporters and friends. If you click on the "What we are" link above, you can read all of the paperwork we filed. The most interesting one is this narrative about the past, present and possible future of Youth Journalism International. (October 2009)
We've got plenty more t-shirts and caps to offer in appreciation for any financial help you can give to help keep us operating. Your donations are tax deductible. You can use the Google Checkout button below to choose an option. Only YJI reporters are eligible to receive press passes. U.S.-based reporters can get one for $5 or more. Those in other countries must give at least $10. We're also happy to accept gifts to help cover the expenses for students who can't afford one. Anyone who gives $20 or more can get a t-shirt or cap in appreciation (please specify). A great time to join YJI Youth Journalism International is about to begin its second "class" to engage young writers across the world in journalism. This is a perfect time for young people with an interest in journalism to get involved in YJI. It is absolutely free for participants. (August 2009) YJI reporter in Afghanistan details childrens' hard lives
A veteran Youth Journalism International reporter, Edrees Kakar, wrote a story published in the Feb. 23, 2009 issue of The Tattoo telling the story of three Kabul boys who sell potato chips to help their families survive the harsh winter in their war-torn country. Kakar has been writing for YJI for several years, before we created our first class of writers. He is now one of a handful of senior reporters with the group. Young writers seek YJI education The first class of Youth Journalism International students, numbering 50 so far, began last week. There are students from 12 countries -- including Afghanistan, Vietnam and South Africa - and nearly all of them are new to our educational program. They're an outstanding, enthusiastic bunch, eagerly introducing themselves via email to one another and reaching out to every part of the globe. In our first week, students wrote 15 pieces about the Olympics, including two by Zhu Qin Zhe, from China, who actually got to hold the torch as it came through her hometown last May. Their stories were published in the Sept. 1, 2008 edition of The Tattoo, an international teen-written newspaper. YJI has a blog Keep an eye on our new blog. We'll be updating it regularly. YJI seeking nonprofit status Youth Journalism International, Inc., which has been training young reporters since 1994, is preparing to ask the Internal Revenue Service to recognize it as a 501(c)(3) corporation. What that would mean, once the IRS approves, is that donors would be able to get tax benefits for their charitable contributions. This is a major, exciting step forward for YJI. We'll provide much more information in the weeks and months ahead. We plan to reach out to teens and other young people, of course, but also to parents, teachers, professionals and experts who can assist us in making YJI better than ever. If you're in a position to offer a helping hand, we'd love to hear from you. Thanks to Bret Kerr for coming up with our logo!
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Youth Journalism International student Yelena Samofalova at the Dr. Seuss Sculpture Garden in Springfield, Mass. |
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Youth Journalism International reporter Kiernan Majerus-Collins, Becca Lazarus and Laquandria Fenn at ESPN. |
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Youth Journalism International senior reporter Katie Grosser, 18, is a senior at Gymnasium der Benediktiner school in Meschede, Calle, Germany. |
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Youth Journalism International junior reporters Becca Lazarus and Laquandria Fenn, both high school freshmen in Connecticut, during a 2010 visit to ESPN to cover the Soweto Gospel Choir's appearance at the Bristol-based sports giant. |
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Chen Hui Rong/YJI YJI junior reporter Zhu Qin Zhe holding the Olympic torch in Longyang, China, before the games began in 2008. |
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ReadTheTattoo.com photo. Used by permission. Young journalists preparing in 2001 to cover the world's best skateboarders and trick bikers.
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See the work that YJI-trained young journalists have done since 1994 at www.ReadTheTattoo.com. Young journalists trained by YJI have won 34 National Gold Key awards from the National Newspaper Association and the Quill and Scroll Society since 1997; 54 Scholastic Press Forum awards since 1999; the feature writing award from the Suburban Newspapers Association in 2007; 17 first-place awards from the Connecticut Society of Professional Journalists since 1998; and a Distinguished Service Award from the Connecticut Committee for Youth Suicide Prevention in 1997. |
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