The Hemline Youth Studios

Welcome to The Hemline Youth Studios, where the next generation of cultural critics, stylists, and documentarians tell it how they see it. From neighborhood stories to identity reflections, this space honors the voice before it’s polished. This is also apart of The Hemline Mentorships program.

THE HEMLINE

YOUTH STUDIO

“Where future storytellers begin.”

The Hemline Youth Studio is a storytelling collective led by writers, artists, and observers ages 13 to 18. We cover wellbeing, culture, memory, and the world around us—from street corners to school hallways.

We’re not interested in perfection. We’re interested in presence.
Our voices are not waiting to grow up—they're already here, paying attention.

This is youth journalism reimagined: honest, visual, and stitched with care.

“We’re not waiting to grow up to be heard.”
— A Hemline Junior Contributor

Have a story to tell?

We’re listening

  • Photo essays

  • Collages

  • Personal essays

  • Short cultural critiques

  • Audio clips or playlists

No experience needed. Just honesty + creativity.

Program Details

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