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Join the
FYH.NEWS
Correspondent
Network

Tell the stories that matter. Get paid to elevate your community's voice in health — through reporting, interviews, and authentic storytelling on a national platform.

About the Program

A National Storytelling Initiative

Powered by the National Minority Quality Forum, the FYH Community Voices Network combines research, storytelling, and grassroots engagement to ensure underrepresented voices shape the health conversation.

01

Research-Backed

Every story is grounded in data. We connect lived experience to larger health trends and policy conversations that affect real people.

02

Community-First

Our correspondents are embedded in the communities they cover — trusted insiders with authentic connections, not outside observers.

03

Nationally Amplified

Stories published through a platform reaching 3.95M — connecting policymakers, advocates, and health leaders across the country.

Why It Matters

Communities
Deserve to
Be Heard

We're changing
the narrative —
one community
story at a time.

  • Underrepresented in Health Media

    Many communities never see themselves in mainstream health reporting. Their stories go untold and their needs invisible to decision-makers.

  • Missing from Decision-Making

    Lived experiences are rarely reflected in the policies that shape healthcare access, quality, and equity across the country.

  • Trust Requires Authentic Voices

    Real community members telling real stories rebuild trust in health systems and drive meaningful change from the ground up.

Your Role

What You'll Do as a Correspondent

Each assignment puts you at the heart of your community — gathering stories that power the national conversation on health equity.

1

Attend Events

Show up to local health events, town halls, and community gatherings. Be the eyes and ears on the ground.

2

Interview People

Talk to community members and capture their authentic health experiences, perspectives, and stories firsthand.

3

Capture Media

Take photos and short videos with your smartphone to bring community stories to life visually.

4

Write Articles

Submit recaps, features, or investigative pieces for publication on the FYH national platform and network.

What You Gain

Grow With a
National Platform

This isn't just a gig. It's a launchpad for your voice, your skills, and your career in health storytelling.

  • 01

    Paid Storytelling Experience

    Earn up to $500 for every assignment — real compensation for real journalism work in your community.

  • 02

    Media & Interviewing Skills

    Build hands-on journalism skills with support from our editorial team every step of the way.

  • 03

    National Exposure

    Your byline reaches policymakers, advocates, and health leaders across the country through FYH.News.

  • 04

    Ongoing Opportunities

    Strong correspondents receive more assignments and exclusive access to major national health events.

  • 05

    Pathways to Larger Roles

    Top contributors may be considered for editorial, leadership, and advisory positions within the FYH network.

Ready to Join?

Make Your
Voice Count

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Spots are limited — apply today to join our next cohort of community correspondents across the country.

Apply Now →

Open to students, advocates, community health workers, content creators, and more.

Application

Apply to
Become a
Correspondent

Tell us about yourself, your background, and why you want to join the FYH Community Voices Network. We welcome all experience levels.

  • 01 → Submit this interest form
  • 02 → Team reviews your application
  • 03 → Approved correspondents onboarded
  • 04 → Matched to an assignment
  • 05 → Attend event, capture stories
  • 06 → Submit your deliverables
  • 07 → Get paid up to $500
How It Works

Your Journey as a Correspondent

Every correspondent moves through a clear, supported pathway — from application all the way to getting paid.

1

Apply

Submit your interest form

2

Under Review

Team evaluates your fit

3

Approved

Welcome to the network

4

Assigned

Matched to an event

5

Event Coverage

Attend, interview & capture

6

Submit Deliverables

Articles, photos & video

7

Get Paid

Up to $500 per assignment