Austin teens — your creativity deserves to be seen and heard!
The Teen Voices Program offers multiple ways for 8th–12th graders in Austin to share their stories, ideas, and art with community. Teen Voices is a Community Action Project created by the Library’s Teen Fellowship, which is funded by The Library Foundation.
Magazine
Send us your Op-Eds, comics, art, nonfiction, poetry, or any creative works. Be published and share your voice with the local community.
- Upcoming themes & deadlines
- Censorship (submission deadline: 11/25)
- Self (submission deadline: 1/15)
- Growth (submission deadline: 3/15)
Submission guidelines here
Open mics
Step up to the mic — or have a surrogate reader present your work. All creative and nonfiction presentations are welcome. Themes for upcoming events will be announced soon.
Workshops
Hands-on workshops to spark creativity and build new skills. Topics include:
- Poetry & creative writing
- Micro-filmmaking
- Life skills & college readiness
- And more!
Radio Show & Podcast
Produced by teens, for teens, in partnership with KOOP Radio, featuring performances, stories, and recordings from Teen Voices programs. Amplify your voice across Austin!
