Journalist

Youth Equality Coalition; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Coalition Journalist passionate about justice and advocacy. This volunteer or stipend-based internship involves investigating youth-targeted injustices and reporting on them from various locations. Ideal candidates should have strong writing skills and a commitment to justice work. The role offers a platform to engage in impactful journalism that seeks to reveal overlooked stories and support marginalized communities.

Benefits

Onboarding and training in safety and legal considerations

Emotional resilience support structures

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required, but strong writing, speaking, or reporting ability essential.
• Alignment with justice work or grassroots advocacy is crucial.
• Experience in fast-moving situations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into schools, police, and local authorities.
• Write compelling articles and reports for various audiences.
• Collaborate with other teams to share information safely.

Skills

Strong writing ability

Speaking ability

Reporting ability

Awareness of media ethics

Emotional resilience

Tools

Photography

Video editing

Design

Job description

Job Title: Coalition Journalist

Department: Representative and News

Location: Newcastle (with potential for national and international assignments)

Type: Volunteer or Stipend-Based Internship

Reports to: Representative and News Coordinator

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About the Youth Equality Coalition (YEC)

The Youth Equality Coalition is an international, youth-led movement dedicated to confronting injustice, defending marginalised communities, and building collective power from the ground up. We operate across borders, institutions, and systems to shift narratives and redistribute influence into the hands of young people.

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Role Overview

As a Coalition Journalist in the Representative and News Department, your task is to investigate, document, and report on injustices affecting young people—especially those erased or misrepresented by mainstream media. This is not a neutral role. It is a role for someone who aligns with the mission, who understands the stakes, and who is ready to speak truth when others stay silent.

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Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations into institutions such as schools, police forces, universities, detention centres, and local authorities

• Report from the ground at protests, vigils, public hearings, and community actions

• Write accessible, compelling articles, reports, and narrative briefings for public and internal audiences

• Interview individuals and groups affected by systemic harm or youth-targeted injustice

• Collaborate with Representatives, Legal, and Emergency teams to ensure rapid and safe information sharing

• Follow organisational guidelines on confidentiality, trauma-informed journalism, and source protection

• Help shape the broader voice of the Coalition through social media, video content, or editorials (as needed)

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Requirements

• Strong writing, speaking, or reporting ability (formal qualifications not required)

• Deep alignment with justice work, grassroots advocacy, or youth organising

• Willingness to operate in fast-moving or high-pressure situations (support provided)

• Awareness of media ethics, security, and the role of journalism in power struggles

• Experience with photography, video editing, or design is a plus but not necessary

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Support and Safety

• All journalists will receive onboarding and training in safety, legal considerations, and trauma-informed practices

• You will have support from the Legal Department and senior organisers during sensitive assignments

• Emotional resilience is respected—check-ins and support structures are in place

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Who This Role Is For

This role is for someone who doesn’t wait for permission to speak. Someone who sees journalism as a tool for action, not a performance of neutrality. If you’re serious about uncovering truth and standing with those pushed aside, this position is built for you.

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How to Apply

You do not need to submit anything.

We will view your LinkedIn profile directly. If you are successful, you will receive a LinkedIn message confirming your selection. If you are not selected, you may not be contacted.

Please ensure your profile reflects your interests, experience, and alignment with this work.