/2023-youth-reporting-institue This year, ¼ª²ÊÍøÍøվ’s Youth Reporting Institute, launched our first advanced cohort. Our goal was to hone in on the journalistic skills alumni developed in earlier iterations of the youth reporting institute. Inviting 8 alumni back to the institute allowed us to foster more interaction and opportunities for learning between ¼ª²ÊÍøÍøÕ¾ Staff and our youth reporters. Along with shadowing various departments, youth reporters produced a diverse array of stories. Their topics ranged from the history of the Durham Black Sox and the Winston-Salem chapter of the Black Panther Party to the lasting impact of Hurricane Florence on rural communities. en-US Copyright Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:44:38 GMT /youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/transgender-black-african-american-inclusivity-narrative-lgbtqia-queer-pride Each summer, youth reporters are tasked with telling stories from their communities. Youth reporter Parys Smith spoke with Kaliq Alexander about his trans journey and intention behind creating safe spaces for LGBTQ+ Youth. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:44:38 GMT /youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/transgender-black-african-american-inclusivity-narrative-lgbtqia-queer-pride Parys Smith /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/durham-bulls-baseball-north-carolina-negro-league-history Last year, the Durham Bulls joined The Nine Initiative, a program launched by Minor League Baseball to uplift the legacy of Black baseball history. Youth Reporter Olivia Haynie takes a look at the history of the Black Sox, one of Durham’s Negro Minor League teams, and their impact on Durham culture. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:33:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/durham-bulls-baseball-north-carolina-negro-league-history Olivia Haynie /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/durham-guaranteed-income-stipend-basurto In August, Durham County launched a guaranteed income pilot program that provided a monthly stipend to 125 families. Youth reporter Sofia Basurto interviewed participants to understand how the program has impacted their lives. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:32:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/durham-guaranteed-income-stipend-basurto Sofía Basurto /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/duke-townsend-human-connection-healthcare-system Each summer, youth reporters are tasked with telling stories from their communities. William Townsend decided to interview local healthcare professionals who are working to repair cultural inequities within their communities. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:31:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/duke-townsend-human-connection-healthcare-system William Townsend /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/crossing-the-line-from-lurking-to-obsession After a personal experience with stalking, youth reporter Chris Williams wondered how harmless interest can turn into an obsession. He spoke to a lawyer, a psychologist, and a self-identified stalker to explore where that line is and what brings people to cross it. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:30:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/crossing-the-line-from-lurking-to-obsession Christopher Williams /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/youth-activism-organizing-black-panther-sncc-history Each summer, youth reporters are tasked with telling stories from their communities. Reporter Nassibah Bedreddine explored what the present and future of social change might look like by looking to the past. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:30:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/youth-activism-organizing-black-panther-sncc-history Nassibah Bedreddine /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/nc-piedmont-poet-laureate-dasan-ahanu-on-his-journey-to-a-rebellion Each summer, youth reporters are tasked with telling stories from their community. Alani Rouse passed the mic to NC Piedmont Poet Laureate Dasan Ahanu as he reflected on his poetic journey, his role as an educator and his new book. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:30:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/nc-piedmont-poet-laureate-dasan-ahanu-on-his-journey-to-a-rebellion Alani Rouse /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/hurricane-florence-girther-fryar-hope-sampson-county-home Five years after Hurricane Florence left damage across eastern North Carolina, youth reporter Manzili Kokayi uplifts one woman's fight to save her family's generational property. Mon, 04 Dec 2023 18:29:00 GMT /wunc-youth-reporting-institute/2023-12-04/hurricane-florence-girther-fryar-hope-sampson-county-home Manzili Kokayi