My writing career began in 2006 at Northeast Texas newspapers, where I covered a variety of beats. My experience included interviewing state officials, chasing breaking news sources, and reporting on historic events such as the night President Barack Obama was elected and the scramble to protect the region against Ebola. While at the Tyler Morning Telegraph, I developed a passion for health reporting, examining topics like mental health, health care disparities and wellness.

A key moment in my career was my involvement in a company-wide health initiative that grew into a city-wide program. I leveraged that program to create a weekly health section featuring my award-winning column. I refined my skills through fellowships from the Association of Health Care Journalists, highlighted by my selection for the 2014-2015 Regional Health Reporting Fellowship.

Leaning into my entrepreneurial spirit, I freelanced for local and national outlets including The Crisis, Health Central and Timeline (Medium). I also produced a digital site that delivered vital news and perspectives to local Black communities.

After freelancing for some time, I became a senior writer and associate editor for the Southern Poverty Law Center’s Learning for Justice program. In this position, my editorial duties expanded beyond writing and editing to include content management, magazine publishing and adapting to new platforms and tools. This role also deepened my commitment to human rights as I researched and wrote about issues related to racism, history, diversity and educational equity.

Now based in Atlanta, Georgia, I am forging my path as a freelance writer and working with clients of a public relations firm. I am also exploring the realm of fiction writing. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from the University of Texas at Tyler. Over the years, I have been recognized by several professional organizations, including the Society of Professional Journalists and the National Association of Black Journalists.