Vera L. Chang

Vera L. Chang is a Graduate Research Fellow at the National Science Foundation since 2018 and serves as a Reporting Fellow at the Solutions Journalism Network. Vera has a diverse background that includes mentoring as a Student Mentor for the Students of Color Environmental Collective and conducting research at the Berkeley Food Institute. An accomplished journalist since 2009, Vera's notable works include articles for Civil Eats and various publications focusing on sustainable agriculture and social justice. Vera's professional experience includes roles such as Public Relations and Marketing Director at Shelburne Farms, managing communications and securing extensive media coverage, and serving as a West Coast Fellow at the Bon Appétit Management Company Foundation, where Vera co-authored a significant report on farmworker issues. Vera holds a Ph.D. in Society and Environment from the University of California, Berkeley, alongside various certificates in ecological horticulture and permaculture design.