I’m an informative creative—an early-career journalist, writer, and artist—committed to truth-telling, community care, and using storytelling as a tool for justice and reflection. Born in Manhattan, NY, and raised in Ellicott City, MD, I’ve been sharpening my craft as a writer since childhood. My voice has been shaped by the work of Zora Neale Hurston, Ida B. Wells, James Baldwin, Bell Hooks, and many other veteran storytellers.

As a journalist, I believe it is my responsibility to give voice to the silenced and document the moments that matter. I use research, community dialogue, and investigative rigor to uncover and amplify untold stories—especially those affecting marginalized communities. Whether writing about environmental justice, culture, health, or systemic inequities, I approach each piece as both a record of our times and a call to action.

Currently, I am pursuing a dual master’s degree in Business Administration and Public Policy at the University of Maryland. Alongside my graduate studies, I work at the Maryland Aviation Administration, where I support strategic marketing initiatives and public engagement for BWI Thurgood Marshall and Martin State Airports.

Previously, I earned my bachelor’s degree in Media, Journalism, and Film from Howard University, with a minor in English. My professional experience spans marketing, cloud software management, public sector communications, visual journalism, and sound engineering—skills I've cultivated through internships, fellowships, and community-focused reporting roles.

Creatively, I find expression through painting, photography, music, and poetry. I am as devoted to the introspective process of art-making as I am to the outward-facing work of journalism. Both practices allow me to understand the world—and myself—more deeply.

At my core, I’m driven by the stories of the women who came before me and the need to make space for those who come next. Through my writing and creative work, I challenge outdated expectations and help redefine what it means to be heard, seen, and understood.

Welcome to AshaTaylor.com — where storytelling meets purpose.