Shalina Chatlani
About Shalina Chatlani
Shalina Chatlani is a Local Investigations Fellow at The New York Times, focusing on health care access issues in the Southern United States. She has a background in science and technology reporting, with previous roles at KPBS, WPFW, and Industry Dive.
Current Role at The New York Times
Shalina Chatlani serves as a Local Investigations Fellow at The New York Times, a position she has held since March 2023. In this role, she focuses on local investigative journalism, specifically addressing issues related to access to health care in the Southern United States. Her work contributes to the newspaper's commitment to in-depth reporting and community engagement.
Previous Experience in Journalism
Before joining The New York Times, Chatlani held various positions in journalism. She worked as a Science and Technology Reporter at KPBS in San Diego, California, from 2019 to 2020. Prior to that, she was a Radio Show Host at WPFW in the Washington D.C. Metro Area from 2018 to 2019. Additionally, she served as an Associate Editor at Industry Dive from 2017 to 2018 and completed an internship there in 2016. Her diverse experience spans radio, online news, and print journalism.
Educational Background
Shalina Chatlani earned her Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, and International Affairs from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service, graduating in 2017. She also completed a Master's Degree in Communication, Culture, and Technology at Georgetown University School of Continuing Studies in 2018. Furthermore, she obtained a Certificate in Women in Leadership from Cornell University in 2018. Her education has equipped her with a strong foundation in both communication and international affairs.
Focus on Health Care Reporting
Chatlani's reporting primarily addresses access to health care issues in the Southern United States. This focus reflects her commitment to uncovering critical local stories that impact communities. Her investigative work aims to shed light on the challenges faced by individuals in accessing necessary health services.
Research and Writing Experience
In addition to her journalism roles, Shalina Chatlani has experience as a Research Assistant at Georgetown University in 2017, where she worked in the Department of Science, Technology, and International Affairs. She also contributed as a Guest Blog Writer for the Mississippi Museum of Art from 2015 to 2016. These roles have enhanced her research and writing skills, further supporting her career in investigative journalism.