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The kNOw Youth Media

The kNOw Youth Media

teaching youth to tell their stories and the stories of their communities

  • About Us
  • Reporters
  • Journalists of Color
  • Multilingual Storytelling
  • Betting On Our Future
  • “How Did We Get Here” Comic
  • Statewide Youth Media Projects
    • Our Future (2024)
    • You’re Not Alone (2023)
    • The New Normal (2022)
    • Behind Our Masks (2021)
    • Not So Golden (2020)

Author: Sierra Frank (she/her/hers)

I am Sierra Frank, a Communication major and Mass Communication & Journalism minor at Fresno State. I have a passion for youth advocacy, because collectively our voice can make a difference. Writing have always been one of my notable abilities since I was young. I am happy to be apart of the Know Youth Media. It is an amazing opportunity that have already positively impacted my life.
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Community Economy Education Politics

Ending the Business of Prisons in America

10/03/201610/08/2021 Sierra Frank (she/her/hers)

“In these days, it is doubtful that any child may reasonably be expected to succeed in life if he is denied the opportunities of an

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Community Community Health Economy

The Slum Lords of Fresno

06/28/201610/08/2021 Sierra Frank (she/her/hers)

“It’s only by the grace of God that me and my kids are here today as we speak. The humidifiers, vicks, vaporizers and breathing machines

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Community Politics

Q&A: Youth Police Advisory Council Brings Community Voices to Fresno PD

06/16/201610/08/2021 Sierra Frank (she/her/hers)

Editor’s Note: In March 2015, Fresno Police Chief Jerry Dyer announced the formation of a Youth Advisory Council at a reception held by Fresno Boys and

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Community Education

Fresno State Program Builds Entrepreneurs

12/10/201510/08/2021 Sierra Frank (she/her/hers)

FRESNO, CA — Right out of high school Cathy Heinrich landed her very first job fixing cars. Soon after, she landed a reputable job as a Customer

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