Youth Media

I'm extremely fortunate (not trying to sound like a kiss ass) that you've made me aware of this site. I am absolutely intrigued and fascinated that the youth in our country have the mental capacity and capabilities to convey their thoughts and emotions through film, art and music touching on social issues like racism, minority incarceration rate, teen pregnancy, pop culture, and immigration just to name a few ( i haven't viewed the entire site or watched all the videos)

But this slaps general conception of teen right in the face. The site is a breath of fresh air in comparison to you tube and my space. Although the argument has been raised that the site is not user or youth friendly nor does it seem appealing to the eye but who gives a shit these teen didn't put forth they're hard work and inner most emotions and thoughts so they can gain more notoriety this is merely an avenue for them to have a voice a voice that often time goes on heard.

Not to mention it is a dot.ORG site therefore being a non profit site most of its funding and resources doesn't come from marketing and selling out to major corporation of advertising. they seem to get most of there funding from donations , grants and supporters. Listen.up.org provides and wealth of unlimited resources to aspiring youth producers film directors or just those with a creative artistic voice looking to be heard. The site is tastefully done and uphold the integrity and respect of those youth to submitted their films to the site. They are seen in my eyes are professionals not just children with a video camera looking for 15 seconds of fame

Im familiar with a social outlet right here in providence "Media Youth TV" in associated with PASA (Providence After School Alliance) they provide middle school participates in Providence Metro Area opportunity to showcase there talents within media. Its similar to Listenup.org but on a smaller scale These students are given free creative reign , the over see talents, screen writing, photography, direction, etc. This isn't like an adult pointing the figure telling kids what to say and what to film nah ... its all about them.. which i totally encourage. i would like everyone to view their videos and support our local youth.