2026 WOJ Youth Reporter Award - FINALISTS

A short film about Cabbage Tree Bay aquatic reserve in Sydney, showcasing its role for the community and marine life.

Through interviews with riders and families, along with moments of connection between riders and horses, the film explores how an inclusive community can build confidence, independence, and a genuine sense of belonging.

When we empower the next generation with support and encouragement we help them to become leaders of the future who will go on to educate and inspire others. At age 9 Elijah became the very first youth ambassador for CoralWatch. He then went on to inspire CoralWatch to start holding youth ambassador programs so that other youth can learn and advocate for ocean life. Now 13 years old Elijah continues to educate and inspire others to help protect ocean life and the natural world.

Rebuilding a Coastal EcoSystem - How a Young Conservationist Is Restoring the Jupiter Inlet.

School kids take a look at the problem of single use plastics and the harm they do to the wildlife in our oceans, like ingestion and entanglement.

A film about Eileen Collins, a STEAM Hero. Created by a student at Ascot Avenue Elementary.

A film about Dana Torres, a Hispanic Heritage Hero. Created by a student at Ascot Avenue Elementary School.

A film about Franklin Chang Diaz, a STEAM Hero. Created by a student at Ascot Avenue Elementary School.

A film about Diana Trujillo, a STEAM Hero. Created by a student at Ascot Avenue Elementary School.