Sojourner Ahebee
About Sojourner Ahebee
Sojourner Ahebee is a Health Equity Fellow at The Pulse and has a diverse background in writing and public service. She has held various internships and fellowships, including positions at WHYY, Stanford University, and the MacDowell Colony, and has published work in notable outlets such as The Atlantic.
Current Role at WHYY
Sojourner Ahebee currently serves as a Health Equity Fellow at WHYY, specifically working with The Pulse. She has held this position since 2021, contributing to health equity initiatives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her role involves engaging with community health issues and promoting equitable access to healthcare resources.
Previous Experience at WHYY
Prior to her current role, Ahebee interned at WHYY as a General Newsroom/Keystone Crossroads Intern in 2020. During her three-month internship in Philadelphia, she gained experience in news reporting and contributed to local journalism efforts.
Educational Background
Ahebee studied at Stanford University, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature and African & African-American Studies with Honors from 2014 to 2018. She also attended Interlochen Arts Academy, focusing on Creative Writing from 2011 to 2014, and graduated from Friends' Central School in 2011.
Fellowships and Honors
Ahebee has received several prestigious fellowships and honors. She served as a National Student Poet in 2013, an accolade awarded to exceptional young poets in the United States. In 2019, she was awarded a MacDowell Fellowship, recognizing her contributions to the arts and literature.
Published Works and Contributions
Ahebee has published work in notable outlets, including The Atlantic and The Academy of American Poets. She released her debut poetry chapbook, 'Reporting from the Belly of the Night,' in August 2017, showcasing her literary talents and commitment to the arts.