Chalkbeat New York NYC teens rally to support schools, immigrant aid, and child care: (fb)

Youth Communication Summer Writing Workshop: Advocacy ThemeThe Summer Writing Workshop, beginning at the end of June, is an intensive six-week summer writing program for NYC teens ages 15-19. The teen writers work in peer groups and one-on-one with a professional editor and are provided horizon expanding experiences related to the theme of advocacy and the writing process. Summer writers also receive a stipend.The workshop will be held in person at our midtown office on West 38th Street, and runs July 7 through August 14, 2025. The workshop meets Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the six weeks, and in-person attendance is required. Applications are due May 9th. We will respond to all applicants by May 23rd and schedule group interviews with prospective candidates during the following week, May 26-30. Note: Previous and current YC writers are not eligible to apply. All participants receive a $1,500 stipend for completing at least one story in the workshop. A daily two-trip MetroCard will also be provided. (fb)