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