Javonte Anderson

Javonte Anderson is an accomplished journalist currently serving as an Editor and Community Engagement Editor at Capital B since June 2023. Prior to this role, Javonte worked at USA TODAY from December 2020 to January 2023 as the nation's first Racism & History Reporter, focusing on stories that connected historical injustices to contemporary societal inequities. Javonte's previous experience includes reporting for the Chicago Tribune, where coverage spanned various topics before specializing in religion, and serving as an Education Reporter for the Toledo Blade, highlighting student achievements while exposing administrative corruption. Beginning as an intern and later working as a General Assignment Reporter at Post-Tribune, Javonte developed a specialization in environmental coverage. Educational background includes attendance at Indiana University Bloomington.