Hey Changemakers,
Imagine being a teen today:
- Competing for spots at top colleges and internships.
- Struggling to stand out among thousands of other applications.
- Wondering how to channel your passions into something meaningful.
Sound familiar?
Instead of waiting for opportunities to come to you, how about creating them?
Ready to learn a proven process to turn your ideas into impactful projects that showcase your creativity, leadership, and unique perspective?
Join our FREE live ideation session where we’ll guide you through turning your passions into projects using the LUMA framework—no experience needed.
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This is your chance to gain skills that not only make a difference but also help you stand out in a competitive world. Don’t miss it!
Now let’s continue with this week’s story:
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But FIRST
If you are new, welcome to OCE’s weekly newsletter curated for the ambitious youth…here are some articles you missed from previous weeks:
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Forget Goal-Setting, Here’s What Actually Works
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Best tools for building your passion project
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“How do I get others to submit their work for my publication?"
An OCE alum recently posed this question about launching a teen research publication.
So, what strategies could work best?
Among those who’ve successfully started publications or similar projects, the consensus is to focus on building credibility and creating a platform that excites and inspires potential contributors. BUT, there’s value in having an outreach plan ready to activate alongside this.
Here’s what experienced founders and mentors shared:
Lena’s thoughts:
"Start with a clear purpose for your publication. If teens understand why their work matters and what they’ll gain (visibility, credibility, or audience/community), they’re much more likely to submit. Build trust by sharing your own story or showcasing sample research pieces to set the tone."
Dr. Lekwijit’s thoughts:
"As an academic researcher, I frequently submit my work for publication, and one thing I’ve learned is that credibility matters. Partnering with schools and teen-focused organizations can help you reach potential contributors while leveraging the trust these institutions have built. This association boosts your publication’s credibility. But it’s not enough to simply ask for submissions—offering something in return, like certificates or recognition in a reputable publication, can make a big difference in motivating teens to participate."
Michelle’s thoughts:
"Leverage social media early. Platforms like Instagram and TikTok can amplify your call for submissions. Share content that resonates with teens—maybe behind-the-scenes looks at the publication process or success stories of young researchers. Combine this with clear submission guidelines to make it easy for them to participate."
Ready to get started? Consider first defining your vision, then crafting an outreach plan that inspires teens to share their work with you.
Enough reading. Time to act.
Not sure where to start?
Reserve a spot at our FREE, live, upcoming 90-minute LIVE Ideation Session where we’ll introduce you to how it’s done, step-by-step, no experience needed.
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PS. This summer, we are going to tackle pressing global issues and drive innovation in regions (such as your own community) where it is needed the most. Want in?
We run a summer cohort for ambitious youth (high school and undergrads) to work directly with world-class founders while learning from Silicon Valley leaders.
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You can also explore purposeful opportunities through our Impact Internship Opportunities Database.
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Get Curious.
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Lena
​https://www.openclassroomexperience.com/​
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