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Youth Journalism International (YJI)

Auburn, Maine, United States

Founded 1994

Youth Journalism International (YJI) empowers young people globally through free journalism education, professional mentorship, and a platform for their stories.

Opportunities from Youth Journalism International (YJI)

Competition

YJI Frank Keegan Award for News

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI recognizing excellence in news reporting by young journalists aged 19 and under. Named after YJI co-founder. Crystal trophy for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$25 registration

What your child could gain:

News ReportingJournalismWriting

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Competition

YJI First Amendment Award

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI honoring young journalists aged 19 and under who demonstrate commitment to free speech and press freedom. Crystal trophy for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$25 registration

What your child could gain:

JournalismInvestigative ReportingMedia Literacy

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Competition

YJI Courage in Journalism Award

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI recognizing young journalists aged 19 and under for reporting done in difficult or risky circumstances. Crystal trophy for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$25 registration

What your child could gain:

Investigative JournalismCourageous ReportingMedia Ethics

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Competition

YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Multimedia Sports

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for multimedia sports coverage by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Sports JournalismVideo ProductionSports Storytelling

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YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Multimedia Profile

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for multimedia profile pieces by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

Multimedia StorytellingVideo ProductionProfile Writing

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Competition

YJI Profile Writing Award

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI recognizing outstanding profile writing by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

Interview SkillsNarrative WritingCharacter Study

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Competition

YJI Opinion Writing Award

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI recognizing outstanding opinion and editorial writing by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Persuasive WritingArgumentationEditorial Analysis

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Competition

YJI Column Writing Award

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI recognizing outstanding column writing by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

Commentary WritingVoice DevelopmentAnalytical Writing

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Competition

YJI Photo Essay Contest

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International photojournalism contest by YJI for young journalists aged 19 and under, recognizing outstanding photo essay storytelling. Individual and team entries accepted.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

PhotojournalismVisual StorytellingPhoto Editing

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Competition

YJI Multimedia News Contest

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International multimedia news reporting contest by YJI for young journalists aged 19 and under. Video, audio, and mixed-media news entries accepted individually or as teams.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Video JournalismAudio ProductionMultimedia Editing

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Competition

YJI Multimedia Feature Contest

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International multimedia feature contest by YJI for young journalists aged 19 and under. Video, audio, and mixed-media feature storytelling entries accepted.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Multimedia StorytellingVideo ProductionAudio Editing

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Competition

YJI Illustration Contest

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism illustration contest by YJI for young journalists aged 19 and under, recognizing artistic visuals that support and enhance published journalism.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

IllustrationVisual CommunicationGraphic Design

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Competition

YJI Cartoons Contest

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International editorial cartooning contest by YJI for young journalists aged 19 and under. Judges assess visual artistry, imagery, and directness of message.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

Editorial CartooningVisual CommunicationCurrent Affairs Analysis

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Competition

YJI Youth Journalism Contest - News Story

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for straight news reporting by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

News ReportingFact-CheckingWriting

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Competition

YJI Jacinta Marie Bunnell Award for Commentary

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism award by YJI honoring young journalists aged 19 and under for outstanding commentary or opinion writing on important issues. Crystal trophy for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$25 registration

What your child could gain:

Opinion WritingCritical ThinkingPersuasive Communication

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YJI Youth Journalism Contest - In-Depth Reporting

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for long-form analytical journalism by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Long-Form WritingAnalytical JournalismResearch

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Competition

YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Feature Story

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for human-interest and narrative feature writing by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Feature WritingStorytellingInterview Techniques

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Competition

YJI Youth Journalism Contest - Enterprise Reporting

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for original investigative and enterprise reporting by young journalists aged 19 and under. Award certificates for winners.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Investigative ReportingResearchData Analysis

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Competition

YJI Travel Writing

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for young writers aged 19 and under, celebrating experiential and observational travel journalism pieces. Entry fee $7 USD.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Travel WritingDescriptive JournalismCultural Reporting

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Competition

YJI Photography - News Photo

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for young photographers aged 19 and under, recognizing single images that capture newsworthy events. Entry fee $7 USD.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

PhotojournalismNews PhotographyVisual Storytelling

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YJI Photography - Photo Illustration

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for young photographers aged 19 and under, recognizing creative visual interpretations of topics and ideas. Entry fee $7 USD.

For children up to age 19

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$7 for one student, $15 for a team of up to 3, $25 for a team of 4 or more

What your child could gain:

Photo IllustrationConceptual PhotographyCreative Direction

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YJI Photography - Feature Photo

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for young photographers aged 19 and under, celebrating visual storytelling beyond breaking news coverage. Entry fee $7 USD.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

Feature PhotographyVisual StorytellingCreative Composition

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Competition

YJI First-Person Essay

by Youth Journalism International (YJI)

International journalism contest category by YJI for young writers aged 19 and under, recognizing outstanding personal narrative essays with journalistic context. Entry fee $7 USD.

For children up to age 19

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$7 registration

What your child could gain:

Creative WritingPersonal NarrativeJournalism

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About

Youth Journalism International (YJI) is a global educational nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering young people worldwide through the practice of journalism. It connects aspiring student writers, artists, and photographers with peers across continents, fostering cross-cultural understanding and advocating for a free youth press. The organization provides a robust platform for individuals aged 12 to 22 to articulate their perspectives and share their stories on an international stage. YJI offers complimentary journalism education and invaluable mentorship from seasoned professional editors, enabling students to cultivate essential reporting and communication competencies. A cornerstone initiative is its esteemed annual Youth Journalism Contest, which celebrates exceptional work by teen journalists across diverse categories. YJI also facilitates global conferences, bringing together students from varied backgrounds to collaborate, exchange ideas, and forge lasting international friendships. Since its founding in 1994, YJI has significantly impacted over a thousand young individuals, with their work gaining recognition in prominent publications and educational resources.