Podium RVA
2020 Impact Report
Supporting Youth in the Richmond Area

Project Write Now
Ages 10-14
Empowers middle school children to discover the value of writing and find their voices in the modern world through fun, focused writing prompts and communication exercises. During programs, youth discuss ideas about identity, culture, and community while learning the basics of different writing forms

Power of the Pen
Ages 14-19
Provides opportunities for high schoolers to build academic writing and critical thinking skills through advanced writing workshops. Teens develop confidence in their written voice, communication, and public speaking while exploring professional and collegiate writing to prepare for post-graduation life.
OF PODIUM YOUTH
Felt Podium virtual programs were helpful or meaningful
OF PODIUM YOUTH
Noted a gain of confidence in both writing and sharing their work with others
"I want to learn more about the topics I know the least in."
or the workforce
Agree that they improved their writing while in Podium programs.
"Sometimes, I feel like people will not listen to me.
But my pencil and paper respect me"
Felt respected and included
Worked on improving the skills they wanted to work on
Encouraged to work with others
