Jenifer Veloso is Flintside's special projects editor. A photographer and writer, she covers neighborhoods, public health, and social justice and equity. She developed her passion for storytelling while working as a trauma nurse in an emergency department in Flint. She is the daughter of Brasilian immigrants and was the first in her family’s history to be raised in the United States. She has led documentary journalism projects focused on emergency responders, frontline workers, and the empowerment of women. She is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Flint. Follow her on Instagram or her blog.
Photojournalist Jenifer Veloso snapped an array of candid photos during Beats x Beers' third annual 'Toast' event which included an awards ceremony for local changemakers.
Photo-journalist Jenifer Veloso recently covered Freeman Elementary's literacy and reading comprehension celebration which included craft-making activities, Christmas cookies, movies, books, and a visit from Santa.
A love for acting, dance, and storytelling led Rhiannon Ragland to pursue a life-changing career in acting and directing. The Flint native is currently director of the world premiere play 'Pickleball' running now through December 23.
Photo-journalist Jenifer Veloso captured the Latinx Technology and Community Center's Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) celebration which recently took place in downtown Flint.
The National Clean Water Collective recently returned to Flint to help 100 residents and business owners test their water and give resources to those affected by the water crisis.
Jenifer Veloso covered 'Hami Day' where 80 kids had the opportunity to meet Detroit Pistons Hamidou Diallo and other NBA legends at Flint's Northwestern High School.
Take a look at the newly-added 'CrossFlint' 5K challenge which included bodyweight and weighted exercises during this year's Crim Festival of Races in downtown Flint.
Last week's 'Late Night at the FIA' featured a fun family night with live music provided by the Flint Symphony Orchestra who performed classic family favorites.
“I like to be involved in positive things, something that can inspire the next person.”
Flint native Honny Williams moved to the 2nd ward in 2018 and has since filled the neighborhood with her love for children, her community involvement, and her commitment to positively impacting the future of Sarvis Park.
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