Looking for a fun way to give back to the Jersey City community? Are you overflowing with professional know-how and excited to share that expertise with local youth? Consider applying to be a mentor for the upcoming school year at Content Creators Academy Jersey City (CCAJC). CCAJC is a free after school program for middle and high school students interested in digital … [Read more...]
Artist Spotlight: Chrissie Limos “The Original”
Written by Imani-Starr (@starrstylelife)
With a sweet sound heavily influenced by Soul and Pop; this little lady can definitely captivate an audience with her original tunes and sweet melodies. Concerts, open mics and weddings, Chrissie is no newbie on the music scene. She is perfecting her craft daily and here is why you need to know her… So let's dive right in. Who is Chrissie? I am a "big” 4’11 Woman who was … [Read more...]
Apply to Content Creators Academy Jersey City
Content Creators Academy, a free after-school program for middle and high school students throughout Jersey City, is now accepting applications for its 2019-2020 school year. The nonprofit provides learning and resources for young individuals interested in the creative and digital media space with an entrepreneurial spirit. Two years ago, we launched CCAJC as a way to … [Read more...]
AlphaMinds Academy
Sponsored Post
As a mom, I am always looking for ways to encourage Mia to use her mind. Most classes that are offered for kids are mostly physical – swimming, dance, soccer, you name it. Aside from her piano lessons, I had a difficult time finding anything that would exercise her brain...until I found out about AlphaMinds. AlphaMinds Academy is an academic enrichment program that offers … [Read more...]
Back to School Networking Event for Young Entrepreneurs
Are you between the ages of 14 - 21 and looking to network with other young entrepreneurs? Are you a creative mind hoping to get into digital media? Well, in honor of the school year starting up soon, Youth in JC is back with another Youth Networking event on August 29th! From 5 PM to 7PM, you can network with other young entrepreneurs and creative thinkers in Jersey … [Read more...]
Content Creators Academy Music Videos
This past semester, we were lucky to partner with some local musicians on a project for our students at Content Creators Academy Jersey City. Students worked in groups to produce music videos for upcoming songs from the local artists—they wrote the scripts, made storyboards, scouted locations, set shooting schedules, and then shot, directed, and edited the music videos. This … [Read more...]
New City Kids
Loving Kids For Change
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...]
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...]
