Jennifer Harlan
About Jennifer Harlan
Jennifer Harlan serves as the Staff Editor for Special Projects at The New York Times, a position she has held since 2021. She has a diverse background in journalism and education, including notable publications and significant projects related to historical events and social movements.
Work at The New York Times
Jennifer Harlan has held multiple roles at The New York Times since 2014. She currently serves as Staff Editor for Special Projects, a position she has held since 2021. Prior to this role, she worked as a Senior News Assistant for Special Projects from 2020 to 2021 and as a Reporter in Archival Storytelling for eight months in 2019. Harlan also contributed as a News Assistant on the National Desk from 2014 to 2019. During her tenure, she coordinated coverage for significant events, including the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and worked on special series such as the 50th anniversary of the Pentagon Papers.
Education and Expertise
Harlan has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature and French from Brown University, studying from 2008 to 2012. She also attended Université de Paris VIII - Saint-Dénis for 11 months in 2011 and Istituto Il David for 11 months in 2010. Additionally, she completed her high school education at Louisville Collegiate School from 2001 to 2008. Her academic experiences have contributed to her expertise in storytelling and editorial work.
Published Works
Jennifer Harlan is a co-author of the book 'Finish the Fight: The Brave and Revolutionary Women Who Fought for the Right to Vote,' which achieved New York Times bestseller status. She also authored 'Call and Response: The Story of Black Lives Matter,' which was recognized as a 2021 Orbis Pictus honor book by the National Council of Teachers of English. These works reflect her commitment to social issues and historical narratives.
Previous Work Experience
Before her extensive career at The New York Times, Harlan worked in various roles that contributed to her professional development. She served as a Teaching Assistant in the Teaching Assistant Program in France USA from 2012 to 2013. Additionally, she worked as a Barista at Heine Brothers' Coffee for two months in 2013. Her early experiences provided her with a foundation in communication and service.