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VOX ATL is Atlanta’s home for uncensored teen publishing and self-expression.
A teen-driven, professional space and a learning environment for diverse teens in metro Atlanta.
Our roster of teen staff and contributors will annually include teens from all academic, geographic, race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, disability, life experience and socioeconomic backgrounds.
In 1993, VOX ATL’s founder, Rachel Alterman Wallack, along with 13 Atlanta-area teens and 10 adult volunteers created VOX ATL, a teen-driven newspaper that would serve as an uncensored voice for teens where they could talk about the issues they care about. VOX quickly grew into a holistic youth-development program, and for more than 32 years has provided free, teen-driven, quality afterschool programming with a focus on self-expression and leadership development. All of our program activities support teens in developing the 21st-century skills needed for healthy, productive futures.
In VOX ATL’s first print edition, the first VOX ATL teens wrote a letter addressed to the “General Public of Atlanta, Georgia.” This letter’s purpose was to introduce VOX ATL to their community, to clearly state their purpose and debunk the “fallacy” of the word teenager carrying a negative context in society. On the second page of that first issue, laid out behind this letter in purple lettering, sat dozens of words that the “creators of VOX ATL” wanted Atlanta to unlearn as negative synonyms for teen.

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Teens’ Confidence in College Safety is Wrecked by the Cornell 7 [OPINION]

Why the 2026 UN General Assembly Matters

Does the META Settlement Actually Help Teens?

The Annual East Atlanta Strut Celebrates their Community

The Legacy of Dolly Parton

Dragon Con Gives Everyone a Chance to Wonder

Hamilton: History Turned into a Comedy at Atlanta’s Fox Theatre [REVIEW]

What 9/11 Means 25 Years Later

A Year After Charlie Kirk’s Death, Is His Memory Merely a Meme?

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Courtni Hill

Lauren McEwen

John Verner

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Ever wondered what you’d ask a sexual health expert if nobody was judging? 👀⁠ ⁠ Our VOX ATL teens did exactly that. They sat down with Tracy L. Jones of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) to talk about sexual health, HIV prevention, and how real information helps break down stigma.⁠ ⁠ We spoke with Tracy L. Jones of the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) about engaging young people in conversations around HIV/AIDS, breaking stigma, and raising awareness.⁠ ⁠ Watch the full conversation and share it with someone who needs to hear it. ⁠ ⁠ This content was produced with support from the 2026 CNP Media Fund. ⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #CNPMediaFund #HIVAwareness ⁠

Friendsgiving is around the corner, and we’re ready to feast! ⁠ ⁠ We're inviting VOXers and VOX ATL alums to join us at the office on November 21st for an afternoon filled with good food, laughter, games, crafts, and karaoke. ⁠ ⁠ VOXers: RSVP on Mighty Networks⁠ Alumni: RSVP with the link in bio ⁠ ⁠ No need to bring a dish! Just bring yourself and a canned good for our donation drive. Are you in? 🦃❤️⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #Friendsgiving

Who says donations only have to come from your checking account?⁠ ⁠ VOX ATL now accepts:⁠ 📈 Stocks⁠ 🪙 Crypto⁠ 🎁 Donor-advised funds (DAFs)⁠ 🏦 IRA gifts (QCDs, age 70½+)⁠ ⁠ Every gift gives Atlanta teens the tools, training, and a platform to tell their own stories, and it counts toward our NewsMatch challenge through December 31.⁠ ⁠ 🔗Link in bio to give your way. ⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #YouthJournalism #NewsMatch #CryptoGiving #DonorAdvisedFunds⁠

#TBT: VOX ATL’s second issue, published in the fall of 1993, featured a page-long inspirational article written by a junior at Spelman College and the vice-president of Spelman’s student government. The student’s name was Stacey Abrams (@staceyabrams).⁠ Swipe to see the full article.⁠ ⁠ Through VOX ATL, Stacey expressed her concern about the violence she witnessed in the city and called on the community to come together to make a change. ⁠ ⁠ 33 years later, VOX ATL remains a place for teens to express their opinions and a foundation for successful adults. Support the organization's longevity by volunteering, donating, and sharing the power of youth voice with others. 🔗 Link in bio to complete all three. ⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #StaceyAbrams #TeenVoice

Does this seem accurate to you? 🤔⁠ ⁠ Make sure the Teen Survey reflects the genuine thoughts and emotions of teens. It takes about 15 minutes, and by submitting your responses, you'll have a chance to win a $150 gift card. ⁠ ⁠ Your opinion matters and can lead to change. Just take a moment to express it. 🔗 Link in bio to complete the survey today. ⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #TeenVoice #MentalHealth #DigitalSafety⁠ ⁠

What if every dollar you gave to Atlanta teens counted twice? Thanks to NewsMatch, every dollar donates from now until December 31 will be doubled. 💰Raise $15,000 and every gift gets matched 🙋Help us welcome 50 new donors, and we unlock a bonus Invert in the future of Atlanta and the current generation of teen storytellers. First time donor? This is your moment. 🔗 Link in bio to double your impact starting Sunday, Nov. 1st. #VOXATL #NewsMatch #AtlantaTeens #TeenVoices #DoubleYourImpact

What if your Saturday could help shape Atlanta’s current generation of teen leaders? VOX ATL welcomes volunteers, 21 and older with experience in: 🎙️Journalism Basics 📸 Photography 🎥 Video Production 🧑‍💻Graphic Design 📝 Copy Editing 🎉 Event Planning 💰Fundraising For 33 years, this community has kept VOX ATL going. Ready to be a part of what’s next? 🔗 link in bio to apply to be a volunteer. #VOXATL #TeenJournalism #AtlantaVolunteers

Censorship is scary 🫣 but VOX ATL isn’t. If you’re a teen in the Atlanta area looking for a place to hang out this Halloween, join us next Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm at the VOX ATL Office. 🔗 Link in the bio to RSVP on Eventbrite. Costumes encouraged but not required. #VOXATL #TeenEvents #spookyseason

Did you know the SPJ recently revised its Code of Ethics to address the use of AI?⁠ ⁠ Good thing we created an in-house AI policy over two years ago. 😁 At VOX ATL, we're proud to say our teen-created content is from the minds of real Atlanta teens and not AI. ⁠ ⁠ Visit voxatl.org to read the real thoughts and opinions of teens today. 🔗 Link in bio.⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #TeenMedia #TeenJournalism ⁠#DigitalCitizenshipWeek⁠ ⁠

The 2026 Teen Survey is live! Use your voice and tell us your opinion on topics such as digital safety, mental health and media literacy. Your feedback will help teen serving organizations like VOX ATL better understand what you need. PLUS, once complete, you’ll be entered to win a $150 gift card! The survey takes less than 20 minutes. 🔗 link in bio. #TeenVoice #TeenSurvey #VOXATL

How VOXy are you? 👀🎙️ #VOXATL #YouthMedia #atlantanonprofit

Starting this week, VOX ATL will be screening a movie every Wednesday at 4:30 pm.⁠ ⁠ First up is Vampires vs. The Bronx! Swipe to see what we're playing in the following weeks until we close for the semester. ⁠ ⁠ There's no sign up required. Just drop by and feel free to bring your homework, hobby or latest VOX ATL project with you. ⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #FreeMovie #afterschool

It's getting spooky at VOX ATL 🎃⁠ ⁠ Grab your costumes and mark your calendars because our Spooky Season Party is back! It's free to attend, and your friends are welcome to join you as long as you both RSVP. ⁠ ⁠ 👻 Spooky Season Party⁠ 📍 VOX ATL Office | 229 Peachtree St. ⁠ 📆 October 31st⁠ ⏰️ 11 am - 2 pm⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Link in bio to RSVP. Costumes encouraged but not required.⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #AtlantaTeenEvent #SpookySeason ⁠

Thank you to every teen, board member, VOX ATL alum and community member who came out to @jenisicecreams last night. Your presence was a reminder of why this community is so special. And the momentum doesn’t stop here. Starting November 1st, VOX ATL is participating in NewsMatch! This means every dollar donated will be matched until December 31st, doubling your impact for Atlanta’s teen journalist. Can’t give right now? Volunteer your time instead. There are plenty of ways to show up for the next generation of storytellers. 🔗 Link in bio to donate or sign up to volunteer. #VOXATL #newsmatch #TeenJournalism #atlantanonprofit #youthmedia

Your next sweet treat can support a local nonprofit!🍦⁠ ⁠ 🍨 VOX ATL's Ice Cream Social ⁠ 📍Jeni's Ice Cream in Decatur Square⁠ 🗓️ October 15, 2026 ⁠ ⏰️ 4-7 PM⁠ ⁠ 25% of all proceeds during the event go to VOX ATL's free after-school programs that train and pay teens ages 13 to 19 in journalism and digital media. Meet us there after work and school tomorrow!⁠ ⁠ #atlanta #fundraiser #teenmedia #nonprofit

If you're 18 or older, you're eligible to vote!⁠ ⁠ Early voting starts today and ends on October 30th. Research your ballot, find your polling location, and create a plan to vote.⁠ ⁠ For more information and resources, visit https://georgia.gov/georgia-general-election-2026.⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #2026midterms #earlyvoting

One week left until the sweetest event of the year 🍨⁠ ⁠ Buy ice cream from @jenisicecreams during the event, and 25% of the proceeds will go toward investing in Atlanta's teen leaders. ⁠ ⁠ 🍦 VOX ATL's Ice Cream Social ⁠ 📍Jeni's Ice Cream in Decatur Square⁠ 🗓️ October 15, 2026 ⁠ ⏰️ 4-7 PM⁠ ⁠ RSVP with the link in our bio to let us know you'll be there!⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #fundraiser #AtlantaTeenVoices ⁠ ⁠

VOX ATL is all about using your voice to speak up about topics important to you, so when @newvoters asked us to support their event to celebrate National Voter Registration Day, we couldn't have been more excited. ⁠ ⁠ With poetry performances, and a Q&A with the touring cast of Hamilton, we were able to create so much energy and passion around this year's elections.⁠ ⁠ There's only 1 day left to register to vote before this year's midterm elections!⁠ Use the link in our bio to register and confirm your registration status. ⁠ ⁠ #nationalvoterregistration #hamilton #teenvoice⁠ ⁠

VOX ATL is partnering with DBHDD to hear real opinions from Georgia’s teens about mental health, digital safety, and media.⁠ ⁠ This feedback will be used to shape programs and mental health campaigns that truly reflect teen voices.⁠ ⁠ Visit the link in bio COMPLETE the short survey TODAY for a chance to win $150 gift card. Must be between the ages of 12 - 20.⁠ ⁠ #TeenVoices #MentalHealth #GeorgiaTeens

Introducing VOX ATL's 2026 - 2027 Atlanta Youth Poet Laureate Cohort!⁠ ⁠ Last Spring, these 5 teens participated in our annual poetry slam to compete for the chance to become Atlanta's Youth Poet Laureate. This year, Lexi Markham will serve at the 2026 - 2027 representative for youth voice and poetry in Metro Atlanta.⁠ ⁠ All teens in the cohort are eligible to perform at your next event. Visit our website at voxatl.org/poetry/ to book a poet and learn more about the AYPL Program. Link in bio.⁠ ⁠ #AtlantaYouthPoetLaureate #TeenPoetry #YouthPoetLaureate

I scream, you scream, we all scream for the chance to support VOX ATL! Purchase a scoop of your favorite flavor from @jenisicecreams during the event, and 25% of the proceeds will be invested in Atlanta teen leaders. ⁠ ⁠ 🍨 VOX ATL's Ice Cream Social⁠ 📍Jeni's Ice Cream in Decatur Square⁠ 🗓️ October 15, 2026⁠ ⏰ 4-7 PM⁠ ⁠ RSVP with the link in our bio to receive direct updates about the event.⁠ ⁠ #AtlantaEvents #Fundraiser #AtlantaTeens

Did you know VOX ATL offers podcasting workshops for youth programs? We can host on-site or coordinate a field trip to our downtown Atlanta office, like REAP, an Asheville City Schools Program.⁠ ⁠ Watch our recap of the day and what teens and adults alike enjoyed about Podcasting 101 with VOX ATL. ⁠ ⁠ If you're interested in bringing VOX ATL to your youth program, send an email to amelia@voxatl.org or fill out our inquiry form linked in our bio. ⁠ ⁠ #podcastworkshop #internationalpodcastday #teenmedia #VOXATL

VOX ATL isn’t a class.⁠ It’s a community.⁠ It’s a platform.⁠ It’s teens telling the truth.⁠ ⁠ Swipe to meet VOX ATL.⁠ ⁠ #VOXATL #AtlTeens #TeenMedia

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