
Zora Viel
Zora Viel (they/them) is freelance Investigative Reporter for Rwebel. Zora is a 22-year-old journalist from Boston and an alum from the University of Florida College of Journalism. They began their life as a community organizer in 2018. Since then, their work focuses on uplifting marginalized communities through mutual aid, direct action, writing and more.
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- When do we start protecting Black women in real time?by Javanna PlummerThe misinformation and the unusual fixation on Megan’s personal life is misogynoir.
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- What “Encanto” and “Turning Red” teach us about #GrowingUpEthnicby Javanna PlummerMy honest review of two Disney classics.
- The highs and lows of the Black Pressby Javanna PlummerAt almost 200 years old, the Black Press has a rich history. In its heyday,…
- Mainstream Media needs to get its s@#* togetherby Javanna PlummerIf this week taught us anything, it’s that media literacy is important, as Evelyn Woodsen…
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Javanna is the editor of "Rwebel Magazine," the architect behind "Rwebel Radio," and the pioneering force of "Xscape." Through her words, Javanna hopes to inspire creativity, passion, and forward-thinking.