My writing career began in 2006 at northeast Texas newspapers, where I covered numerous beats. At the Tyler Morning Telegraph, I developed a passion for health reporting, examining critical topics like mental health, health care policy and wellness.

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

After freelancing for some time, I eventually became a senior writer and associate editor for the Southern Poverty Law Center’s Learning for Justice program. This role 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 an independent writer and working on my first novel. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in mass communication from the University of Texas at Tyler. Over the years, I have received recognition from several professional organizations, including the Society of Professional Journalists and the National Association of Black Journalists.