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YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Feature Story
by Youth Journalism International (YJI)
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YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Feature Story is a competition by Youth Journalism International (YJI) for children aged 0–19, open to students across India.
Mode
Online
Fee
$7
Duration
Annual contest cycle
Format
Individual
Time needed
Preparation and Submission time
About This Opportunity
The Feature Story category is part of the annual Youth Journalism International (YJI) contest, one of the longest-running youth journalism competitions worldwide. This category celebrates creative, narrative-driven journalism by young journalists aged 19 and under, recognizing human-interest stories, in-depth narratives, and compelling feature writing.
Feature stories take a more creative approach than straight news, often incorporating detailed anecdotes, storytelling techniques, and exploration of evergreen subjects. The contest is open to non-professional journalists who have published or broadcast work in English from school publications, blogs, online papers, and other venues.
Entries are evaluated by more than two dozen judges including professional journalists, teachers, and media experts worldwide. Winners from first place to honorable mention receive custom-made award certificates. Individual entry fee is $7 USD with fee waivers available for individuals experiencing financial hardship.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Age Range
- 0 - 19 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Prerequisites
- Published or broadcast feature writing work in English
Open to non-professional journalists aged 19 and under worldwide. Work must have been published or broadcast in English. Entries from school publications, blogs, online papers, and other venues accepted.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
Rewards & Recognition
Certificate
Award Certificate
Custom-made award certificates for all winners from first place to honorable mention
Recognition
International Journalism Recognition
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Celebrates creative narrative journalism beyond straight news
- Open to young journalists from any country
- Judged by 24+ professional journalists, teachers, and media experts
Rounds & format
Single round evaluation of previously published feature writing work
How entries are judged
Entries evaluated for quality of narrative feature writing including storytelling, human-interest appeal, and creative journalistic approach
How to apply
- 1Submit entry via YJI online form with public link to published work
- 2Pay entry fee of $7 USD per individual entry (fee waivers available)
Fees & financial support
Fee details
Individual entry fee is $7 USD. Team entries: $15 for 5 or fewer members, $25 for 6 or more members. Fee waivers available for individuals experiencing financial hardship.
Frequently asked questions
Is YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Feature Story free?
$7 registration
Who can participate in YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Feature Story?
children aged 0-19.
What will my child gain from YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Feature Story?
Custom-made award certificate for winners. International recognition for feature writing excellence. Portfolio enhancement for aspiring feature journalists. Evaluation by professional journalism judges worldwide.
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