Maya Brown is a skilled journalist with extensive experience in various reporting roles. Currently serving as a Storytellers Associate Reporter at NBCU Academy, Maya specializes in profiling changemakers and innovative programs promoting inclusivity and equity. Prior experience includes working as an Associate Social Newsgathering Reporter at NBC News, where Maya monitored social media for news and verified user-generated content. Leadership roles include serving as President and Vice President of the Stony Brook Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, where Maya organized events and fostered collaborations. Academic credentials include a Master of Arts in Journalism from New York University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Stony Brook University.