Authors

melissa_bunni_elian ^{Melissa Bunni Elian} from Yonkers, NY

Melissa Bunni Elian is a multimedia journalist based in Yonkers, N.Y. Her work analyzes culture and interrogates the foundations of structural inequality and other social problems.

The Leveler Newswire republishes verified reporting and features under Creative Commons. Our mission is to expand access to credible, community-focused journalism.

jewel-benton ^{Jewel Benton} from New York City

Jewel Benton is a New York City-based multimedia journalist, storyteller, and creator. She is the founder and CEO of So Booking Cool LLC, as well as the newly-appointed Secretary of the New York Association of Black Journalists.