Jasmine - Mendez

She has contributed to the Los Angeles Times and Medium, covering topics such as urban development, local landmarks like Plaza Del Valle in Panorama City, and transportation projects in the San Fernando Valley.

She emphasizes the power of "finding your voice" and storytelling as a tool for progressive change. Jasmine "Jaz" Mendez, Journalist jasmine mendez

She is the author of several acclaimed books, including The Story of My Anger (a novel-in-verse) and On the Wings of la Noche , which received a Pura Belpré Young Adult Author Honor in 2026. She has contributed to the Los Angeles Times

Her work often focuses on bringing Latine voices into discussions about housing insecurity and community infrastructure. Student Research Trainees (HERE) | CSU Northridge covering topics such as urban development