PODCAST FINALE

Speaking in First Draft: On Student Journalism in NYC's Public Schools

"That Perspective Is the Most Important Thing"

In this season finale of our popular podcast Speaking in First Draft, we dive into the world of student journalism with inspiring guests from the P.S. Weekly Podcast. Created by The Bell, a nonprofit committed to empowering students to become journalists and preserve independent media, P.S. Weekly explores pressing issues facing students and teachers in New York City schools.

PROMPT OF THE WEEK

Leading Others

How Do You Define Successful Leadership?

We often perceive strong leaders as self-made individuals; however, throughout the process of becoming who they are now, they depended on others’ support. They were offered opportunities, advice, some form of guidance, both from those who preceded them and from the encouraging forces directly beside them. 

1. Write about a leader you admire, whether someone in your personal life—a family member, friend, teacher—or a public figure. What makes them a good leader?

2. Take two more minutes and consider: What do you believe you need to be a leader?

Ayame Huber Munemurara & Yvenique Lovinsky facilitate Community Studios on Leadership & Community Building.

SHOWCASE HIGHLIGHTS

Celebrating Community Work at Collaboratory Showcase

The Annual Showcase Included Mentee Performances, Writing Activities, Podcast Talk, GWN Trivia, and More!

From Summer 2025 through Spring 2026, Girls Write Now has launched 37 Journeys across three cycles. Our Journeys have focused on fiction, poetry, songwriting, marketing, standup comedy, speechwriting, musicals, AI, activism, publication, and more. Each cycle, we welcome about 350 individuals as mentees and mentors to collaborate, find community, and create. The showcase celebrated their work from the past year.

CAREER CHAT

Hot Off the Presses: A Career Chat With Editors from The Drift, Bustle, and Travel + Leisure

Tuesday, August 4, 4:15-6 PM ET, Virtual

Print media has been changing since the advent of the internet. Join us to hear from legacy and new media professionals about what it takes to produce a magazine or zine—whether you want to work for an established publication or start your own. Speakers include Grace Wehniainen, TV Writer at Bustle; Jacqueline Homen, co-editor of NEIGHBORS; Jasmine Singh, founder of the Shared Drafts Project; Lyra Walsh Fuchs, Essays Editor at The Drift; and Jess Feldman, Associate Director of Special Projects at Travel + Leisure.

Open to all mentors, mentees, members & the public.

COLLEGE CHAT

College Chat: Your College Survival Guide  

Tuesday, August 11, 4:45-6 PM ET, Virtual

Whether you’re wondering how to manage your workload, make friends, join campus organizations, or simply find your footing, this conversation is for you. Hear candid advice from current students and recent graduates about navigating college life, making the most of campus opportunities, and finding support along the way.

Open to all mentors, mentees, members & the public.

MENTOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Mentoring Through Uncertainty: Sustaining Yourself While Supporting Others

Thursday, August 13, 6-7:15 PM ET, Virtual

Join us for this interactive Mentor Professional Development session focused on building sustainable mentoring practices during times of uncertainty. Supporting young people through uncertain times requires empathy, presence, and care—but it also requires caring for yourself.

Open to mentors and mentees.

INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY

Macmillan

Immersive Internship Program

Macmillan Publishers is excited to offer paid, part-time, remote internship opportunities for its 2026-2027 Immersive Internship Program! While these positions are remote-friendly, interns hired locally will have the opportunity to work from Macmillan's 120 Broadway office.

Deadline: August 7, 2026
Create a portal account to apply.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY)

Community Coordinator

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) seeks a full-time Community Coordinator in the Bureau of Fire Prevention. Under the supervision of the Administrative Manager, performs community engagement, coordination, and operational support functions for the Shelter Task Force (3/4 Housing Task Force) and High-Rise Operation Units. 

Deadline: August 5, 2026
Create a portal account to apply.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Read 718

Program Associate

The Boerum Hill Program Associate will aid the Program Manager in all aspects of their work. They will conduct reading assessments for new students, design lesson plans to meet each student’s needs, communicate effectively with families and volunteer tutors, and help oversee lesson implementation in consultation with volunteers. 

Deadline: August 7, 2026
Create a portal account to apply.