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.

We are eager for parents to take an active role in Youth Journalism International. We want you to feel comfortable about your child participating in this group. We'll have more to say on this page soon, but the important thing is this: This nonprofit is run by two married journalists in Connecticut who have been working with teens and other young writers for the past 15 years. We have a long track record that we'd be more than happy to share with you. We have two children ourselves -- a boy in high school and a girl in middle school -- so we understand any concerns you naturally might have.

We'd be happy to put you in touch with alumni of the group who know us well, with parents who have seen us in action for years, with anyone at all who would make you feel like your child will be safe in YJI.

You should also know that YJI is free for participants (though they may want to buy t-shirts or other stuff down the road). We're running this on a shoestring, so if you can help us financially, we'd be grateful. But we do not want any young writer to stay away because they don't have money. That's crucial to us.

We'll have more information here soon, but if you have any questions, send us an email through the link below. We're also happy to talk with you on the phone.

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