Empowering youth in underfunded communities through journalism training, mentorship, and a platform to be heard.
Where
Voices Make Headlines.
Student
Training
Hands-on workshops in libraries and community centers.
Our Mission
The Byline Project teaches journalism skills to youth, prioritizing low-income or minority communities. We provide the training, mentorship, and platform where student voices make headlines. Hosted in libraries and community centers, we seek to expand access to journalism education while strengthening literacy in underfunded communities.
Mentorship
Connecting students with professional journalists.
Reigniting Interest In
Reporting And
Strengthening Literacy.
Empowering The Next Generation Of Storytellers.
We bridge the gap between curiosity and professional reporting, giving youth the tools they need to document their world.
Real Experience
Students learn to pitch, research, and write stories that matter to their communities.
Expert Mentorship
Direct access to industry professionals who provide feedback and career guidance.
Literacy Focus
Improving reading and writing skills through the lens of investigative reporting.
Community Voice
Providing a platform for students to share perspectives overlooked by mainstream media.
Contact Us
Ready to make headlines?
Whether you’re a student ready to learn, a professional journalist wanting to mentor, or a community center interested in hosting, we’d love to hear from you.
Student Sign-ups
Join our next workshop series.
Mentor Opportunities
Share your expertise with the next generation.
Latest Stories And
Updates
Mar 04, 2024
Students Cover Local Housing Crisis in Community Report
Participants from our downtown library program investigated rising rent prices and interviewed local residents, city officials, and housing advocates to produce a powerful community feature.
Mar 04, 2024
The Byline Project Expands to Three New Libraries
With growing community support, The Byline Project is launching new workshops in additional neighborhoods to bring journalism education to more students.
Mar 04, 2024
Youth Journalists Interview City Council Members
Through mentorship and hands-on training, students prepared and conducted live interviews with city leaders, asking questions that matter most to people.
See how student voices are shaping conversations in their communities.