FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

by Youthink Feb 18, 2009

What is Youthink? Youthink Magazine is a monthly magazine that is distributed throughout high schools in British Columbia. The goal of Youthink is to connect the diverse teen population with a common, positive magazine that is written entirely by high-school students.

What is Youthink.ca? A complement to Youthink Magazine, Youthink.ca is the perfect cyber hangout for the magazine's readers and writers to have their voices, opinions and interests represented. Featuring monthly contests, career opportunities and articles written by teens for teens, Youthink.ca provides youth from different schools and backgrounds the ability to connect with their peers.

Who can send articles to Youthink for consideration to be published? Any student from a BC high school!

Who can send articles to Youthink.ca for consideration to be published? Any student in Canada.

How do I become a regular writer? Any high-school student from a BC high school student can apply to become a regular writer. Click here for details!

Just want to send in an article? No problem! Just check out this page so you know what to do.

Does Youthink hold writing contests? There is at least one contest in every issue - our Question of the Month contest. Visit our contest page for details.

I'm not a strong writer, is there another way to participate? You can act as a liaison for your school. Take surveys of your friends and peers, tell us what's going on at your school (interesting fundraisers, accomplishments of your school, etc.) and the best part is you don't have to be a great writer. Help as little or as much as you like, earn work-experience hours or not!

Looking for work experience? You can earn hours at your school as a school liaison, or as a student journalist in our offices as long as you go to a participating school, and as long as your work-experience teacher agrees. Work experience must be booked through a sponsor teacher.

Wondering if your school is a participating school? With over 200 participating high schools in BC, chances are your school is involved. If your school isn't on the list, it is easy (and free) to become involved. Call us at 604-299-7311 to get involved or email submit@youthink.ca.

Why are there ads in Youthink? The ads keep Youthink free. There is no government funding behind Youthink.

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