Kenrya Rankin
Kenrya Rankin is an award-winning author and journalist whose work amplifies the lived experiences, advocacy and work of people of color and shifts the narrative around who deserves liberation, justice, joy and dignity in America. Her forthcoming book, Complex Saviors, explores the ways racism impacts the health of Black women—and the ways they are saving themselves. You can find her at Kenrya.com and she is @kenrya on all social media.
Latest Articles by Kenrya Rankin
Is Healthcare Pollution Making Us Ill?
Pollution from the healthcare industry disproportionally impacts the lives of people of color. Our columnist explores how we can heal the Earth—and ourselves.
How Black Doctors Are Addressing COVID-19 Vaccine Worries
Many Black people simply don't trust the COVID-19 vaccine. Our columnist talks to an immunologist about how to change that.
New National Mental Health Crisis Line Can Save Black Lives
Our "Race to Health" columnist shares how new 988 number can save Black people with mental illness from police violence.
Racism’s Threat to Public Health
Our Race to Health columnist, Kenrya Rankin, talks to public health expert Dr. Regina Davis Moss about how racism impacts health.
Why My Family Is Still in Quarantine
As COVID-19 cases reach record highs, Kenrya Rankin shares why now isn't the time to act like things are normal.
Is Racism Making Black Women Sick?
Our Race to Health columnist, Kenrya Rankin, explores the unique physiological impact of stress on the bodies of Black women.
We Are More Than What Happens to Our Bodies
Columnist and racial justice advocate Kenrya Rankin tackles the space where race and health meet—and reminds us that we aren’t defined by what ails us.