Welcome to
Headstream
Youth Collective

Through the Youth Collective, we don't just collaborate with young people; we elevate them to new heights, helping them boost their confidence, celebrate their cultural diversity, and unlock their creativity, especially BIPOC, Latino, and LGTBQIA+ communities

Join us!...

In the movement to nurture a generation of confident, culturally enriched, and creative young leaders who are shaping a safer digital world for our collective future

Introducing the Co-Creator Club, a dynamic 5-month virtual program with the objective of positioning BIPOC, Latinos, and LGBTQIA+ youth as co-designers of digital products. As a co-creator joining our club, you will receive:

$2K

stipend to support your participation in the program

Collaborate

with the Headstream Accelerator innovators to create impactful tech solutions

Join

curated workshops that spark creativity and forge strong friendships

Unleash

your imagination to drive innovation

Join our waitlist to be a co-creator in 2025

The impact of our work

+90

youth professionals have participated in Headstream

NEW POLICIES

at YouTube, Twitch, and State Digital Equity boards have been created

user-centered and inclusive products have been co-designed with Headstream’s innovators

12 out of 24

youth professionals either secured an internship or a part-time job or found a mentor

16 of 24

youth advisors consider their participation with Headstream a great addition to their college application

43%

of innovators improved their approach to target BIPOC, Latino, and LGBTQIA+ youth communities through the youth programs

Read Our Impact Report

Testimonials

The most significant change I experienced from my participation in Y2I is the strengthening of my leadership skills and confidence.

-Y2I Advisor, Maryam Zoweil

Our work with Headstream youth made us totally rethink our privacy policies

-Roblox, Youtube.

We created our first bibliotherapy demo with the support of our youth advisors.

-Youme Healthcare, Hafeezah Muhammad

How to get involved

Are you a young person interested in improving the digital world and advocating for your generation?

Join the waitlist to be a co-creator in 2025 and stay tuned for more news!

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Are you an individual, or organization working directly with young people and who are dedicated to improving their mental and emotional well-being?

Work with us!

Are you an edtech, digital health, or social tech company wanting to collaborate and/or co-create with young people?

Work with us!

Current programs

Co-Creator Club

Join the waitlist to become a co-creator in 2025

Past programs

Youth Consultant Program

A 3-month program that empowered youth professionals to serve as consultants for national-level organizations dedicated to improving youth well-being. This initiative enabled them to actively participate in co-creation and influence key stakeholders, including state policymakers and healthcare providers.

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Collab Lab

A two-month program that united six young talents with tech professionals from the largest social media and gaming companies like YouTube, Twitch, and Facebook to create a safer online space within the tech sector.

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Y2I Incubator

Our 3-month virtual Incubator program empowered young talents to bring their digital ideas to life. Six teenagers across the US received lectures and hands-on experience in mental wellness, inclusive design, business essentials, and purposeful design.

Headstream has continuously sought opportunities to provide platforms for young people to be thought leaders and to integrate their ideas with organizations that value their contributions. Here are some of the partners we have worked with:

Apply Today and Become a Co-Creator in 2024!

The Co-Creator Club is a 5-month virtual program that aims to empower BIPOC, Latinos, and LGBTQIA+ youth to play an integral role in shaping digital products. Through this initiative, we are harnessing the collective wisdom gained from our past initiatives. When you become a co-creator and join our club, you'll enjoy the following benefits

Benefits & Participants' Expectations

Financial Support: Get a $2000 stipend for your active participation in a 5-month virtual program
Co-create: Work with innovators who are crafting a digital product dedicated to enhancing teen wellness in one of the three key domains: social technology, education tech, and digital health
Explore: Dive into meaningful dialogues with your innovators, delivering purposeful feedback to ensure their innovations resonate, engage, and genuinely serve youth

Grow: Immerse yourself in the Headstream community, actively engaging in workshops and embracing a growth mindset as you journey through your role as a youth co-creator
Inspire: Let your experience inspire you to sculpt the future you envision
Lead: Cultivate invaluable skills and assets, equipping you to become a respected thought leader offering perspective and value to your community
Communicating and Showing Up Responsibly:
- Commit to Attendance: Regular participation is essential for building relationships and gaining the most from the program. Aim to attend all workshops, co-creations sessions, and meetings you commit to
- Engage Actively: Bring your ideas, questions, and insights to discussions. Your unique perspective enhances the collective experience and helps tailor solutions that truly benefit youth
- Respect Deadlines: Communicate proactively if you encounter challenges meeting commitments
- Practice Accountability: Take ownership of your contributions and interactions
- Be open to feedback and willing to learn from both successes and setbacks
- Foster Inclusivity: Embrace diverse perspectives and create a welcoming environment for all participants. Your respect and support can foster collaboration and innovation

Participant’s Expectations

Time Commitment: 7-8 hours total

Join Us If You Are

Somebody who not only meets expectations but loves to push boundaries with their ideas
A hard worker with a sprinkle of curiosity, color, and vibrancy with a dash of love for learning and making an impact
You don’t have to be the social butterfly of the group, you just gotta be your authentic self
A dedicated team player who's always up for the challenge
An optimist, seeing the digital realm as the playground for a brighter future in teen well-being
Always ready to dive headfirst into brainstorming, ready to cook up some wildly innovative and imaginative ideas
Fearless in voicing their opinions - we want to hear what's on your mind!
Maybe you have an interest in being a creator or want to learn more about entrepreneurship, innovation, the future of technology, and overall youth wellness

Eligibility

Young people from all backgrounds (ages 13-19)

Currently reside in the United States of America

Welcome to Headstream Youth Collective

The impact of our work

Testimonials

How to get involved

Current programs

Past programs

Youth Consultant Program

Collab Lab

Y2I Incubator

Apply Today and Become a Co-Creator in 2024!

Benefits & Participants' Expectations

Participant’s Expectations

Time Commitment: 7-8 hours total

Join Us If You Are

Eligibility

Timeline

Welcome to
Headstream
Youth Collective