The Jackson Youth Newsroom empowers teens to embody the spirit of Jackson, Mississippi — and take the mic.

We’re here to tell stories rooted in pride for our city, share new perspectives on old problems, bridge generations, and build a stronger future for Jackson.

JYN is a new program of The Bell, a New York City-based nonprofit that is building the next generation of journalists.

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Here’s what 106 Jackson teens have to say about their city
Here’s what 106 Jackson teens have to say about their city

With local elections approaching, JYN surveyed public high school students to gauge their opinions on a range of issues. They didn’t hold back.

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JPS students challenge mayoral candidates to address their reality
Politics, Jackson Public Schools
JPS students challenge mayoral candidates to address their reality
Politics, Jackson Public Schools

High school students from across the district pressed Jackson mayoral candidates on water, crime, education, and more at a historic youth-led forum

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Politics, Jackson Public Schools
One-on-one interview with Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba
Politics
One-on-one interview with Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba
Politics

The mayor talked about Jackson’s economic and educational challenges, infrastructure issues, his long-term goals, addressing the needs of young people and lots more.

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Politics
JXN People’s Assembly convenes youth and adult residents to discuss local issues, potential solutions
Community
JXN People’s Assembly convenes youth and adult residents to discuss local issues, potential solutions
Community

The Feb. 25 event marked the 11-year anniversary of former Mayor Chokwe Lumumba Sr.’s passing. Organizers honored his legacy with remembrances.

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NEW: The survey results are in! Head to the link in our bio to see how high school students rated their educational experience, which local issues are most important to them, and lots more. #youthvoice #journalism #jacksonms
Meet JYN student reporter Laeyla Walters! Laeyla has been a member of the tennis and cheer teams for the past two years and participates in academic programs such as the Global Citizenship Project, the Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program,
Meet JYN reporter Hannah King! At Murrah, Hannah serves on the yearbook staff and works for Pleiades, the school’s literary magazine. She also attends Ida B. Wells APAC, where she excels in theatre. In her free time, she enjoys writing, readin
Meet JYN reporter Asiah Knotts! Asiah enjoys spending time with friends, challenging herself academically, and exploring new extracurricular activities. She is a member of her school’s yearbook club, where she collaborates with peers to share
Meet JYN student reporter Dion Craft! Dion is a member of the yearbook staff and plays soccer as a goalkeeper (#41). He is in his third year of the International Baccalaureate program and the first year of its Diploma Program. Dion dedicates much of
New story alert! See what the mayoral candidates had to say to students last week at a @jpsstudentvoices forum — the first in JPS history. The students did not hold back! 🔗 in bio Story by @laeefrmuranus and @quria_bbyy 📸 @i.khayyam
We are passionate about amplifying the voices of our peers and making sure the youth have input during this historic election season. For one of our first projects, we have decided to ask mayoral and city council candidates their intentions for the Y
Meet the JYN team! 👋 We’ll be introducing ourselves over the next few weeks. First up: Aubrea Caldwell 🎨 Aubrea takes pride in her academic work, with geometry being her favorite subject. She enjoys working on art projects in her free time a

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