Climate Change, CA’s Fires And Why It’s Up To Us to Fix It
In the wake of California’s Camp Fire, the deadliest in the state’s history, YR Media’s Sarah Ng is wondering how she can make a difference to help the environment. To … Continue reading
Despite Decrease in Foster Youth, Some Struggles Remain
While the number of children in foster care in 2018 has decreased since a year ago, YR Media’s Emiliano Villa wants to remind readers that foster families, children, and the … Continue reading
How I Learned to Love My Own Skin
Throughout her childhood, Eneceia Lang was picked on for her dark skin, even in spaces where she thought she would be safe from the torment, other members of the black … Continue reading
5150’D: My Journey Through a Psych Ward
For YR Media reporter Desmond Meagley, their teen years, which society always calls “the best years of your life,” were filled with anxiety, depression, and eventually even forced hospitalization. After … Continue reading
What Do Boys Learn About Sex and Emotional Intimacy?
After Brett Kavanaugh was successfully appointed to the Supreme Court, YR Media reporter Valencia White sat down with author Peggy Orenstein to talk about how boys’ sexual and emotional education … Continue reading
Organizing Tomorrow, Today: the Youth Vote Sets to Change American Politics (Opinion)
In anticipation of the 2018 midterm elections on November 6, organizations across the country galvanized youth voters to show up at the poll booths. In this opinion piece, Seun Babalola … Continue reading
Adult Ish
In a new podcast series, YR Media’s Nyge Turner and Merk Nguyen are tackling it all: romance, pop culture, music, politics, career advice, and so much more. On top of … Continue reading
Finally Feeling Confident in My Own Skin
YR Media’s Valeria Araujo used to be bullied for the way she looked. But now that she’s finally proud of her appearance, she’s facing pushback from some people who think … Continue reading
My Brother’s Autism Changed Me
Youth Radio’s Valeria Araujo describes how her brother’s autism changed both of their lives and deepened their sibling bond. “Having a younger brother with autism has given me a deep … Continue reading
Haven’t Registered to Vote Yet? Instagram Wants to Help
“Instagram launched a new ad campaign designed to help users register to vote.” Read more at Youth Radio
