Danielle Maya Banks

Danielle Maya Banks is an accomplished Culture Writer at Blavity Inc. since February 2020, with extensive experience in journalism and content creation. As a Freelance Columnist for the Homewood Flossmoor Chronicle since October 2018, Banks addresses significant social issues, reflecting on experiences from a teaching career. As a Content Creator and Writer for Honeymane since June 2018, Banks co-authored the brand's manifesto, showcasing a deep commitment to its mission. Additionally, Banks has contributed as a Brand Creator at Pastelle, emphasizing the power of poetry as a form of expression. Previous roles include English Teacher at Chicago Public Schools and Freelance Copywriter for CHICAGO DEFENDER CHARITIES INC, where important communications for notable events were crafted. Banks began reporting in a formative role with The Daily Illini and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.