Welcome to EssayYouth, a Journal of Global Voices.
Every story you read and share amplifies voices and supports positive change worldwide.
At EssayYouth, we believe every voice deserves to be heard. We provide a free platform for stories and perspectives often overlooked, covering topics from business, research, and economics to politics and personal experiences. By connecting voices from around the world, EssayYouth becomes a journal of global perspectives, celebrating diversity and fostering an understanding across borders.
But our mission goes beyond sharing ideas. Every view and interaction with our content helps us secure sponsorships that directly fund humanitarian aid missions in South America. By reading, engaging, and sharing, our audience becomes part of a global effort to amplify voices and create positive change in communities.
Our Team
Lorenzo Peter Salamanca Murhpy
Simon Tchira
Lorenzo Salamanca is a senior at Mount Hebron High School
Simon Tchira is a senior at Dr. Michael M.Krop Senior High School
SPONSORS
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UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Join the waitlist to further learn about EssayYouth, share ideas, and more
Capacity 40/40
Topics being covered:
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Behind the Stories: Insightful questions about the authors’ journeys, themes, and creative decisions.
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Path to Publication: Guidance on becoming a published writer, from drafting to submissions.
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Origins of EssayYouth: How the initiative began, its mission, and its growth.
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Guest Speaker Spotlight: Sebasthiane Brakha will share expertise, experiences, and advice for aspiring writers.
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Guest Speaker: Sebasthiane Brakha
Sebasthiane Brakha is a reporter for WUFT News and a copy editor for The Independent Florida Alligator, where he covers community issues, public policy, and human-interest stories that amplify overlooked voices and spark meaningful conversation. Known for his sharp storytelling and commitment to truth, he turns complex local challenges into compelling narratives that build civic awareness and empathy. As a guest speaker for EssayYouth, Sebasthiane shares the lessons he has learned in the field and shows students how purposeful writing can inform communities, elevate marginalized perspectives, and drive social impact.