There is a special place in my heart for our youth in Jersey City, which is why we founded Content Creators Academy. They are our future after all, and we need to do what we can to help those in need. New City Kids is an amazing organization that has helped thousands of local kids by providing an after school program that allows them to explore music and academics. A safe space … [Read more...]
Winter Youth Networking Event with YouthinJC
On February 28, youth ages 14 to 20 are invited to participate in a networking event! Meet potential mentors and other young entrepreneurs at The C.O.V.E on Pacific Ave. It's a free event from 4PM to 7PM where the city's youth are encouraged to network with other entrepreneurs and business owners in the community. Pamela Johnson of the Jersey City Anti-Violence … [Read more...]
A Call to Action: Jersey City’s Gun Violence Epidemic
by Safa Mostafa featuring a piece by Jai Patel
Below are two separate articles: one by Safa Mostafa who lives in an underserved neighborhood, and the other by Jai Patel who works closely with community leaders. Each contributor shares their perspective on gun violence in the area and the rally that was organized afterward to continue the discussion on gun violence in Jersey City. Safa Mostafa New year, new team, … [Read more...]
I Don’t Know What It’s Like To Be You
By John Doe
The following is an anonymous piece by a local teen discussing their experience working and supporting their family at a young age. If I had a dollar for every time I felt like my efforts weren't good enough, I could probably solve all of my problems. I’m from the South side of the city, where not everything is pretty but most teens work for money to make sure … [Read more...]
All Stars Talent Show
Ever since 1981, The All Stars Project has put on a talent show specifically for the Youth. They now have one in Jersey City! An uncensored show where the youth perform what they enjoy and also a family friendly event for a Saturday afternoon. The best part is it's FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! If you're interested in volunteering or have a talent you'd like to showcase, email … [Read more...]
Youth in JC and CCAJC Present a Fall Youth Networking Event
Join Youth in JC (our newest youth division) and CCAJC for a youth networking event at Andco on September 27th! TO RSVP YouthinJC.EventBrite.com From 5PM to 7PM, young entrepreneurs ages 14 to 20 can meet to network with each other, established entrepreneurs in the area, and mentors. It's a free event, and it will also be the official kick off to the CCAJC school … [Read more...]
Golden Winny
The one thing about music that people can't deny is it holds memories. Hearing one of Selena Gomez's first song brings me back to my elementary school ages. Listening to punk rock brings me to my emo phase in middle school. Ironically it was a performing arts school. Which is where I met a good friend and rapper Winston, or as his rap name – Golden Winny. I was playing the … [Read more...]
Guest Post: The Pride of JC Youth
Written by Jorge Mallory
The following is a guest post by Jorge Mallory, a gay teen living in Jersey City. I didn't choose to be gay, I just got lucky. Being gay is a very interesting lifestyle, especially in the 21st century. You never really know if you are gay or not until you really truly know yourself, which many people do not. I was always confused with myself in my preteen years, and … [Read more...]
Content Creators Academy JC Graduation Recap
On June 21st, Content Creators Academy JC students graduated from the program and showcased their work at Atlas! First and foremost, we want to thank everyone who joined us for the night as well as anyone who showed support for the CCAJC students and the program. We could not have done this without you! Throughout the night, we played a slideshow of the students' … [Read more...]
Carlos Hernandez of CCAJC – His Future, Photography, Technological Advances and Contemporary Art
Photos by Carlos Hernandez
When I sat down with 17 year old fashion photographer Carlos Hernandez, I had pre-established questions, but this evolved into an insightful discussion between two young individuals about photography, technological advances, self expression, contemporary art and the societal obstacles an artist must overcome. When I first met Carlos, I instantly noticed his determination … [Read more...]
Jai and Maya of March For Our Lives
People seem to think our youth today is only ever focused on social media, but I find that the youth is very in touch with what's going on in the world and are taking a stand in what they believe. I believe they are our future and will change our future for the better. They're the ones who will lead this country to real social change. A few months ago, after the Parkland … [Read more...]
CCAJC’s One-Year Anniversary
Content Creators Academy is a non-profit youth mentorship program that I founded a year ago after celebrating the blog’s third anniversary. Content Creators Academy Jersey City is a nonprofit education program offering mentorship to youth in Jersey City interested in media, marketing, and entrepreneurship. We curate workshops covering a variety of digital media, including … [Read more...]
Youth JC: How to Get a Summer Job
It's that time of the year when everyone is counting down til that last day of school, getting ready for prom, and also studying for their finals. Soon enough, summer will be here before we know it. The one thing kids want in the summer besides good sleep is a job to keep them busy. Don’t get me wrong, everyone loves to chill and watch Netflix, but we also love to own our … [Read more...]