YML Authors Section
Empowering young Muslim voices through creative writing, storytelling, and publication.
Amplifying Young Muslim Voices
Our Authors Section provides a platform for young Muslim leaders to develop their writing skills, share their unique perspectives, and contribute to the literary landscape of our community.
Through workshops, mentorship, and publication opportunities, participants learn to express themselves creatively while exploring themes of identity, faith, and community through writing.
Creative Writing Workshops
Structured sessions on poetry, short stories, personal essays, and more
Publication Opportunities
Selected works published in our annual "Young Muslim Voices" anthology
Author Mentorship
Guidance from published Muslim authors and writing professionals
Writing Programs
Poetry Circle
Monthly gathering to share and workshop original poetry
Storytelling Sessions
Oral storytelling workshops focusing on narrative structure
Journalism Club
Learning news writing and reporting on community events
Digital Publishing
Creating blog posts and online content for our website
Recent Publications
"Our Stories Matter"
2024 anthology featuring 25 young Muslim authors from our program
Community Newsletter
Monthly publication written and edited by youth participants
Online Blog
Regular posts on our website showcasing student writing
Annual Writing Contest
Competition with categories for different age groups and genres
Have a story to tell? Join our community of young Muslim writers!
Submit Your Writing