APPLY NOW! Emerging Voices Youth Writers' Guild

Empowering Youth Through Creative Expression

Poetic Grace

May 20, 2025

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Our writers’ guild launches this summer!

Title: Summer Vibes Pilot Program
Description: A guided literary exploration of identity, courage, and communication by mentoring the next generation of underrepresented voices toward publishing pathways.
Target Audience: Middle to High School Girls (Ages 10-18)
Youth Writer’s Guild: 8-9:30am EST every Wednesday in August 2025 (4 Sessions, 90 minutes each with two 10-minute breaks)
Delivery Format: Online (Zoom)

Emerging Voices is a 4-week creative writing program designed with trauma-informed, youth-centered practices that foster emotional literacy, self-expression, and storytelling ethics. Rooted in a values-forward framework, sessions progress from personal grounding to emotional exploration, imaginative writing, and purposeful publishing. Activities like journaling with the non-dominant hand, mentorship, and warm feedback protocols create a supportive environment for diverse learners. With opt-out options, inclusive prompts, and scaffolds for neurodiverse or ESL students, each participant is invited to engage at their own pace. The program culminates in a celebration showcase, with the opportunity to submit original work to a youth-led zine or podcast. Emerging Voices helps young people build confidence, compassion, and clarity—on the page and within themselves.

Objectives

Demonstrate creative expression by producing original written pieces that incorporate personal voice, imagination, and storytelling techniques.
Identify and articulate emotions through journaling, discussion, and character development to support emotional awareness and empathy in writing.
Apply writing and communication skills to draft, revise, and share personal narratives, poems, or articles with clarity, structure, and audience awareness.
Participate in peer feedback and collaboration by giving and receiving constructive input in group settings, fostering a respectful and supportive writing community.

Application & Enrollment Process

Step 1: Eligibility

- This program is open to child dependents of our valued paid subscribers.

Step 2: Registration

- Fill out a brief online form with contact information and parent/guardian consent (for minors under 18).

Step 3: Portfolio

Visual Voice: Submit artwork or photography representing your inner strength.
Word Weaving: Write a 250-word 'Emerging Voices' themed letter to the Echoes & Vine Magazine editor, showcasing your writing talent, potential, or eagerness to learn.
Recommendation: Invite a teacher or mentor to nominate your admission, endorsing your enrollment.

Step 4: Submission

- Email requirements to Jenny Cline, Editor-in-Chief

Jenny Cline is the Program Director of Emerging Voices and the Founder of Echoes & Vine Magazine, where she channels over 20 years of experience in training, project coordination, and youth development into meaningful, creative education. With a background in business administration and marketing, Jenny has designed and led workshops for students and military families, offering guidance through academic and life transitions with empathy and purpose. Her passion for storytelling inspired her to launch a magazine and podcast dedicated to amplifying underrepresented voices, blending her love of writing with her past work in modeling, publishing, and radio. Parents can feel confident knowing that Jenny brings structure and heart to every session, fostering a safe, inclusive space where young writers feel seen, heard, and empowered to grow.

Emerging Voices Enrollment Guide

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The Emerging Voices Enrollment Guide is a step-by-step resource that outlines how to register, prepare, and participate in the youth writing program, empowering young creatives to find and share their voice through storytelling.

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