What is Youth Xchange?

Youth Xchange is Hawai‘i’s statewide student video competition celebrating the power of storytelling. Open to students from elementary through college, the competition challenges young creators to explore and share community issues that matter most to them. Through film, creativity, and collaboration, Youth Xchange empowers the next generation to inspire positive change, culminating each year in an awards celebration honoring the voices and visions of Hawai‘i’s youth.

Take Part

Choose the path that fits you — students, educators, or sponsors. Each link leads to tailored resources and next steps.

Students

Create and submit your own video to share your voice with Hawai‘i.

For Students

Educators

Guide your students through the competition and encourage creativity.

For Educators

Sponsors

Support the next generation of storytellers and innovators.

Sponsor YXC

Important Dates

• Jan 15: Submissions Open
• Mar 20: Deadline for Entries
• Apr 25: Finalists Announced
• May 10: Awards Banquet & Show

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Watch the Highlight Reel

Youth Xchange is Hawai‘i’s premier youth video competition, empowering students to share their voice on issues that matter.