Inspiring Teens:
The National Platform for Leadership & Scholarships
Empowering the next generation to find their voice, build confidence, and change the world.
Over $200,000 in scholarships awarded across 100 landmark issues.
Inspiring Teens is a national platform that celebrates young people who are making a difference in their schools and communities. Through storytelling, leadership experiences, and scholarships, we help teens share their voice and build confidence as they step into the future.
We have given away nearly $200k in teen scholarships and raised over $100k for nonprofits.
We have given away nearly $200k in teen scholarships and raised over $100k for nonprofits.
10 Years of Impact
100+ Issues Published
$200,000+ in Scholarships Awarded
Thousands of Teens Recognized Nationwide
Our Story: From a Summer Project to a National LegacyHeadline: It started with an idea. It became a movement.
In the summer of 2015, two high school seniors had a simple vision: to create a magazine that celebrated the good happening in their schools. They didn't just want to be in a magazine; they wanted to lead one.
Working as writers, photographers, and editors, our founding team--Heather Dobisch, Stephanie Litzenberger, Amanda Dedieu, Carly D’Angelo, Hannah Diamond, and Maria Corr—produced Issue #1.
What began as a single summer project has been passed down from one generation of leaders to the next. Today, ten years later, that spark has grown into a national platform that helps teens share their stories and secure their futures.
In the summer of 2015, two high school seniors had a simple vision: to create a magazine that celebrated the good happening in their schools. They didn't just want to be in a magazine; they wanted to lead one.
Working as writers, photographers, and editors, our founding team--Heather Dobisch, Stephanie Litzenberger, Amanda Dedieu, Carly D’Angelo, Hannah Diamond, and Maria Corr—produced Issue #1.
What began as a single summer project has been passed down from one generation of leaders to the next. Today, ten years later, that spark has grown into a national platform that helps teens share their stories and secure their futures.
Beyond the Pages: A National Movement What began as a local project is now a national platform connecting families, mentors, photographers, and educators. We aren’t just publishing a magazine; we are building a movement. Every year, thousands of teens use our programs to mobilize their communities, practice real-world outreach, and secure scholarships that turn their dreams into reality.
Inspiring Teens
"Leadership begins the moment you realize your voice matters." — Leslie Conway, Founder
I built Inspiring Teens because I believe every young person is one opportunity away from realizing they are capable of something extraordinary. We help teens stop seeing themselves as just students or athletes—and start seeing themselves as Leaders.
I built Inspiring Teens because I believe every young person is one opportunity away from realizing they are capable of something extraordinary. We help teens stop seeing themselves as just students or athletes—and start seeing themselves as Leaders.
Inspiring Teens Global Project 2020
Global Connection:
Even during the 2020 quarantine, our international leadership team stayed connected, proving that encouragement has no borders.
Even during the 2020 quarantine, our international leadership team stayed connected, proving that encouragement has no borders.
What Parents Are Saying: Real Transformation, Real Growth
When Carly was in highschool, she was heavily involved in video creations for Inspiring Teens. She also did interviews and public speaking on behalf of Inspiring Teens Magazine.
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"Carly has always been a very quiet and shy child. I always had to push her to get involved in things. I have watched her come out of her shell and blossom into a bright confident, and very well spoken young lady.
I truly believe it is because of her involvement in the magazine. She recently did a presentation in front of her principal and the parent council at CB West where she goes to school. She spoke with such pride about what the magazine experience has meant to her, it actually had one of the parents in tears. Carly was able to talk about the magazine and answered every question from the principal and the parents that was asked of her. If you would have told me a year ago that my child would be able to stand in front of a group of adults and give a presentation, I would have thought you were crazy. I have to thank Leslie Conway for all of her dedication, time and attention to Carly and the other girls, and this program for making it what is it today. I couldn't be more proud of Carly and I know that she will graduate and be able to go off to college more prepared because of her experience with Leslie and Inspiring Teens Magazine." - Wendy D'Angelo (Carly's Mom) |
The Career Edge: Carly’s journey from a quiet student to a public speaker for Inspiring Teens is exactly why we do this. These aren't just hobbies; they are resume-building leadership roles—from content creation to serving on our Board.
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Dear Jill,
I can't think of a better way to end the summer than landing the cover of Inspiring Teens Magazine!!!! 😍 You are one ambitious girl and I couldn't be prouder of you. You inspire me every day, to work hard and be the best mom I can be. I can't wait to see what's in store for you next. Keep dreaming big, take opportunities as they come, and be grateful for the journey. I ❤ you, J!!! Thank you, Leslie for this photo and all that you do for these teens. Your creativity and ability to turn vision into reality is unparalleled. I think your courage impresses me the most. You embrace adventure, take chances all while operating from the heart. We are forever grateful to have you in our lives. ❤ - Carrie Wright (Jillian's Mom) |
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Join the magazine made for teens, by teens, celebrating the best of the next generation.
Join the magazine made for teens, by teens, celebrating the best of the next generation.