A creative media project for young people aged 13–19 (or up to 25 with SEND) living in Newcastle North. Are you aged 13–19 and living in Kenton, Fawdon, Gosforth or the surrounding areas of Newcastle North? Want to explore your thoughts and experiences around mental health and wellbeing while learning exciting new media skills? Empowering […]
Young People on… Video Games
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
Delays, Disruption and Missed Chances: How Metro Chaos Affects Young People
By Alishia 16 We’re told to be independent, to take responsibility, to make our own way. But how are we meant to do that when the system we rely on keeps breaking down? If you live in Newcastle or anywhere around Tyne and Wear, you know the Metro is a lifeline especially for young people. […]
Young People On… Women’s Football
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
Young People On… Screen Time.
This story was created by young people as part of the Headliners Young Journalist programme. This project was made possible by the Million Hours Fund.
The truth about GCSE pressure
By Samira, 16 If you’re 16 and living in the UK, chances are you’re either sitting your GCSEs or stressing yourself about them. For most of us, these exams aren’t just tests. They feel like they are make-or-break moments. That’s a lot for anyone to carry, especially when you’re figuring out who you are. Like […]
A closer look into Northumberland Street’s redevelopment
By Meg, 14 and Harrison, 13 Northumberland Street’s redevelopment has been a years-long project, which is due to be finished in early 2026. The redevelopment project, which is expected to be finished by next year, will “create an elegant and high-quality environment that is inspired by the street’s Medieval history and will reinforce its position […]
Northumberland Street through Photographs
Recently, our young journalists took a trip to Newcastle’s Northumberland Street to see the progress of the new developments there. The redevelopment project, which is expected to be finished by next year, will “create an elegant and high-quality environment that is inspired by the street’s Medieval history and will reinforce its position as the region’s […]
Was the all-female space flight really a Girl Boss moment?
By Meg, 13 and Ella, 14 On Monday 14th April, Katy Perry and five other women blasted into space for an 11-minute tour. The tour, organised by Amazon’s Jeff Bezos flight company Blue Origin, was dubbed an empowering day for women. But was it really? “It has nothing to do with feminism,” says Ella. “It would […]
16-19 Journalism Programme
Are you interested in media and journalism, or are you thinking about University options in the creative industries? Our weekly journalism sessions can help you build your creative skills and give you experience in this competitive industry. If you have ideas for stories and projects you want to create and aren’t sure where to start, […]