What to Expect At Next Wave

A Space for the Arts and the Crafts

There are two core sections of Next Wave: The Arts and The Crafts. The Arts is where creativity thrives in every form—from music and photography to dance, fashion, film, and writing, and so much more. The Crafts is where we highlight the builders, the thinkers, the entrepreneurs, and the future leaders carving their paths in innovation, science, tech, and beyond. No matter your passion, Next Wave is here to help you share it and inspire others along the way.

Features and Submissions

One of the most important parts of this platform is YOU. We are still in the beginning stages of featuring teen creators, innovators, and thinkers, sharing their journeys, their projects, and their visions for the future. Soon, submissions will open for you to send in your work—whether it’s a photo of your latest painting, a song you recorded in your bedroom, a business idea you’re building, or anything else you’re proud of. This is your chance to be seen, celebrated, and connected to other teens doing incredible things.

What’s Coming Next

We’re just getting started. Soon, Next Wave will grow beyond features and submissions. We’ll have a blog full of tips, resources, and opportunities for young creators, a newsletter called The Current to keep you in the loop, and eventually, I hope that this platform can turn into real-world events, panels, and showcases where youth talent can take center stage. The dream? A future where the leaders of tomorrow are recognized today—and this platform becomes the go-to hub for every teen with a big idea and the drive to make it happen.

This isn’t just my project—it’s ours. Next Wave was made by a teen, for teens, because we deserve a space that belongs to us. A space where creativity, ambition, and passion collide to create real impact. So, welcome. This is only the beginning—and you’re part of the wave.