Jewel Gopwani Myers

Jewel Gopwani Myers has extensive experience in journalism, currently serving as the Community Engagement Director and Opinion Editor at the Detroit Free Press since January 2003, where responsibilities include overseeing the Opinion section's operations, collaborating with columnists, and managing guest contributions. Previously, Jewel held the position of Assistant Editor of Community Engagement, focusing on enhancing the section's social and digital presence, and organized community events. Earlier roles included business reporting, where coverage spanned airlines and technology, as well as suburban reporting for local publications. Jewel's career began with internships at various influential newspapers, including the Contra Costa Times and The Kansas City Star. Jewel earned a degree in Organizational Studies from the University of Michigan from 1997 to 2001.