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Our Mission

Awesome Young Authors Awards & Community is a

registered non-profit 501(c)3 organization.

The Awesome Young Authors Awards & Community is a registered IRS 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to recognizing, supporting, and celebrating the extraordinary achievements of young published authors.

Our mission is to inspire, educate, and empower young people by providing meaningful, culturally responsive programs that foster academic achievement, personal wellness, leadership development, and community engagement. We are committed to creating safe, inclusive, and supportive spaces where youth can grow, learn, and gain confidence in their abilities. Through education, mentorship, creative expression, STEM/STEAM learning, and real-world experiences, we equip young people with the skills, knowledge, and resilience needed to thrive academically, socially, and economically. Our programs empower youth to not only envision a successful future but to actively shape it, becoming innovators, problem-solvers, leaders, and contributors to stronger, healthier, and more connected communities.
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Our programs intentionally teach children how to use their skills, talents, and creativity to make a positive impact in their communities. Through literacy, leadership, and youth entrepreneurship activities, participants learn how their ideas and voices can become tools for change. These programs foster social responsibility and encourage young people to think creatively and entrepreneurially about addressing real-world challenges, from community conflict to economic opportunity.

Community engagement is a central component of our work. Through intentional partnerships and collaborations with local schools, nonprofits, and businesses, we create meaningful opportunities for youth to apply what they learn beyond the classroom. These engagements allow us to provide resources, mentorship, and support to children and families while strengthening community connections and building pathways for youth-led social and entrepreneurial initiatives.

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Recap of our Annual AYAA Red Carpet Event.

The award recipients are recognized for their dedication,

creative literary, and entrepreneurship achievements. They received the royal

treatment by a luxurious limousine ride,

red carpet entrance,  VIP table seating, personalized award, 

surprise celebrity guest appearance & power-packed prize package

filled with amazing products and gift cards from our sponsors.

  The extravagant event concludes with a young author's Q & A session & book signing.

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For questions & sponsorship opportunities about

The Awesome Young Authors' Awards and Community  contact us here.

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2019 Awesome Young Author's award recipients - Alex Hart-Upendo, Jordan Ford, Madisyn Julien-Brooks, Mariyah Gray, Dream Gipson, Keiland Williams, Josiah Love,  and Isaiah Thompson. Photo Credit: Ron McAllister
Mayor Cory Mason signed a proclamation declaring November 23rd as Young Author's Day!
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Our Team

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Semone Love
Founder
Executive Director
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Salma Melika
Program  Coordinator
 
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Jeremiah Williams
Digital Creative
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Trcia Deana
Administrator
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 ©2019 - 2026 Awesome Young Authors’ Awards & Community
is a 501 (c) 3 non profit organization.                             
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