Young Journalists Bootcamp
Participants pitch a story in the morning, chase interviews at midday and file a finished piece by 3 PM — a compressed taste of how a working newsroom actually operates, run by Pioneers' Journalism Lead and the student press desk.
Activities on the day
A full breakdown of every activity running as part of this event.
Story Pitch & Research
Participants pitch a story idea and build a research and sourcing plan for it.
Interview Practice
Live interview drills with guest subjects, focused on getting past rehearsed answers.
Newsroom Simulation & Filing
A compressed, deadline-driven session where participants write and file a finished story.
Speakers
- Peter Njoroge — Journalism Lead
Registration FAQ
Some competitions carry a small entry fee to cover judging and venue costs, listed on that event's page.
Yes, a parent or guardian can complete the registration form on a student's behalf.
You'll see an on-screen confirmation, and our team follows up directly with next steps.