The countdown is on! There is just one week left to submit your entry for YXC 2026.
The deadline to enter is February 27, and we’re excited to see the incredible creativity our youth media makers have been working on. Whether you’ve been developing a project for months or just put the finishing touches on your piece, now is the time to share your work.
YXC celebrates the voices, stories, and perspectives of Hawaiʻi’s young creators. This is your opportunity to showcase your talent, gain recognition, and be part of an inspiring community of storytellers.
Don’t wait until the last minute — submit your entry today!
👉 Enter now at: https://olelo.org/yxc2026
We can’t wait to see what you’ve created for YXC 2026!
ʻŌlelo Community Media is proud to announce the upcoming Youth Xchange (YXC) event, taking place on April 8 at 11:00 AM at the Hawaiʻi Okinawa Center in Waipahu.
Youth Xchange empowers students across Hawaiʻi to explore storytelling through media, encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression. This event brings together students, educators, families, and community members to celebrate the voices and accomplishments of youth participants.
The YXC event highlights the hard work students have put into their projects and recognizes the importance of youth perspectives in shaping Hawaiʻi’s media landscape.
We invite the community to join us in celebrating Hawaiʻi’s next generation of storytellers.
📅 April 8
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Hawaiʻi Okinawa Center, Waipahu
Following last week’s info session with the Department of Health’s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Division, the handouts referenced during the session are provided below for educator use.
Prevention Handout
A student-friendly overview of the Hawaiʻi Youth Video Contest with a focus on prevention themes discussed during the session.
👉 [Download the Prevention Handout (PDF)]
Prevention Resource Documents (All-in-One Packet)
A combined set of prevention resource documents referenced in the info session, designed to support deeper classroom discussion and project development.
👉 [Download the Prevention Resource Documents (PDF)]
Educator Training Handout
A training resource created specifically for educators and after-school instructors, outlining guidance, considerations, and best practices when supporting student projects.
👉 [Download the Educator Training Handout (PDF)]
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The YXC upload portal has been fully updated and is now live. This update includes the addition of the four (4) sponsored categories, giving creators even more opportunities to submit their work.
The submission system is 100% open and fully operational, and we are now accepting entries across all categories. Whether you’re submitting for the first time or returning with new content, everything is in place to make the process smooth and accessible.
We encourage everyone to explore the updated portal and start uploading. We’re looking forward to reviewing your submissions and celebrating the amazing work from our community.
