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LATINITAS YOUTH EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD
Dream of getting published? Latinitas is seeking motivated and talented young Latinas, ages 13-25, across the nation who want to get published, make an impact, and have their voice heard. Our Latina “word weavers” will get the experience they need as our future leaders of America by becoming involved with the Youth Editorial Advisory Board (YEAB). Are you a Latina living abroad? Not a problem! We want to hear YOUR voice as a Latina. Don’t be shy and apply! Young Latinas who are self-motivated and want to develop their writing and multimedia skills are invited to apply. This is a perfect opportunity for applicants who dream of a career in media and journalism and who want to make a difference while getting published at www.LatinitasMagazine.org . Youth writers are selected through an online application process. We look for quality over quantity, so let your natural talent shine.

COMMITMENTS:
●Make a four month commitment:
Fall term: September 1st – December 31st
Spring term:February 1st – May 31st

●Commit to a minimum of  2- 4 hours per month to blog, write your article, and participate at MyLatinitas.com.
●Submit one- two editorial articles*. (One for high-school student and two for college students/post-grad).
●Submit one blog post per month on mylatinitas.com.
●Submit a progress report once a month (template will be provided).
●Participate in surveys for the program, magazine, and MyLatinitas community.
●Actively participate in our online community by posting comments, responding to forum questions, etc.
●Participate in monthly YEAB conference chats.
● Be committed, meet deadlines, and interact with other YEAB members. This is an editorial familia and YOUR voice is always heard.

Need clarification on a requirement or have a question about the program? Send an e-mail to Jasmine at latinitasyeab@yahoo.com or visit our application group (below).

DEADLINE: February 1st, 2013 for the Spring 2013 term. We are not accepting applications at this time.

*Everyone has different writing styles; don’t let your age/level of education hinder your desire to write and be published. Latinitas celebrates diversity and acknowledges the different writing levels/styles of our writers. We want to hear YOUR voice. Don’t be shy and apply!

Over 25 but interested in contributing to the magazine? Send an e-mail to editor@latinitasmagazine.org for additional details.