Voices of Youth: Why teens should care about climate change, and what’s being done locally
Climate change is a growing concern for both youth and adults. Our Voices of Youth correspondent examines what Kalamazoo is doing to protect the environment.
Voices of Youth Kalamazoo
VOICES OF YOUTH FALL 2026 ENROLLMENT OPEN NOW!
Are you a Kalamazoo County youth (Grades 9 to 12) interested in writing and learning more about journalism? If so, we invite you to be a part of Voices of Youth!
Voices of Youth Kalamazoo is a paid journalism training program supported by the Stryker Johnston Foundation.
Enrolling now for Fall Voices of Youth Cohort 2026! Please register HERE. The Fall 2026 Cohort launches Saturday, Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Maple Street YMCA (lunch provided). The next three meetings take place from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturdays, Nov. 7, 14, and 21.
Come with an issue or concern that interests you, and you will be paired with a professional journalist who will provide mentorship and guidance to help you complete a publishable project. You will be paid a stipend both for attending the workshop and for the finished project.
If you have any questions, please reach out at contact@secondwavemedia.com. We’d love to hear from you!
